The discussion centers on the undergraduate mathematics program at Cornell University, highlighting its flexibility and the positive experiences of students. Participants noted the competitiveness of the program, with one student successfully gaining admission to a top graduate school in applied mathematics. Opportunities for research and faculty interaction are emphasized, along with the existence of Putnam preparation meetings. Overall, Cornell is portrayed as a strong choice for students aiming for graduate studies in mathematics.
PREREQUISITESProspective mathematics students, undergraduate advisors, and anyone considering graduate studies in mathematics or applied mathematics.
thepolishteer said:I'm a double major at Cornell, Math and Engineering Physics, though my main focus is really the math. I've really enjoyed the math program here. Of course, every once in a while you get a boring prof. teaching a class, but overall I found the material to be really interesting, and the department itself is rather flexible with math majors. I'm a senior now and am going to a top grad school in applied math, so the program is definitely competitive. It would help to know more about yourself; are you considering grad school? What other programs have you gotten into? Also any other specific questions would be good.
dustbin said:I myself have been considering Cornell (for math). I have a friend who goes to Cornell (for physics) and has loved the math courses that he has taken. Actually, I heard nothing but positive things about his experience at Cornell in general. He said that he has had a lot of opportunities to get involved with research and work with professors outside of the classroom. He doesn't like the cold, though :-)
dustbin said:It appears that there are Putnam preparation meetings at Cornell:
http://www.math.cornell.edu/~putnam/