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Majors at Harvey Mudd College?

I'm curious about Harvey Mudd College because I’ve heard good things about their STEM programs. But what exactly do they offer in terms of majors?

7 months ago

Harvey Mudd College, being a highly focused STEM institution, offers a range of (Bachelor of Science) B.S. degree programs to its undergraduates. Here are the primary majors that they offer:

1. Biology

2. Chemistry

3. Computer Science

4. Engineering

5. Mathematics

6. Physics

Additionally, they offer joint majors that combine disciplines:

1. Chemistry and Biology (joint major)

2. Computer Science and Mathematics (joint major)

3. Mathematics and Physics (joint major)

As for interdisciplinary studies, Harvey Mudd provides Mathematical and Computational Biology, an interdisciplinary major that combines Biology, Mathematics, and Computer Science curriculum.

They also offer a unique Program in Science, Technology, and Society (STS) that enables students to understand the impact of science and technology on society.

Students at Harvey Mudd also have the flexibility to create an "Individual Program of Studies" (IPS), which is a customized major developed in consultation with faculty advisors, typically combining study in more than one department.

Remember, Harvey Mudd is part of the Claremont Colleges Consortium, so you're not strictly confined to the courses that Mudd offers. You can also take courses at the other member colleges (Pomona, Scripps, Claremont McKenna, and Pitzer).

All students at Harvey Mudd College must complete the common core curriculum, a rigorous program that includes courses in all six STEM departments that ensures a broad academic foundation.

7 months ago

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