What students report
74% recommend
Review sample
2reviews
- Sophomore2100%
What stands out
- Stronger career outlook. Career prospects is 0.3 points higher than the same major at other schools.
Student voice
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Representative perspectives
The mathematics major at Harvey Mudd is difficult (especially if you take any upper division math electives during your degree), but super rewarding to anyone who appreciates a rigorous study of multiple fields of Mathematics.
Difficulty & workload
The Mathematics major at Mudd is very rigorous (especially if you take lots of upper division electives), but also super rewarding to anyone who appreciates an in-depth course curriculum.
Courses & teaching
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Complete evidence
Student reviews
2 reviews
PositiveDifficulty & workload
Sophomore
The mathematics major at Harvey Mudd is difficult (especially if you take any upper division math electives during your degree), but super rewarding to anyone who appreciates a rigorous study of multiple fields of Mathematics.
Apr 2026
PositiveCourses & teaching
Sophomore
The Mathematics major at Mudd is very rigorous (especially if you take lots of upper division electives), but also super rewarding to anyone who appreciates an in-depth course curriculum.
Apr 2026
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