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Anonymous student
Lots of writing and tough grading but really interesting material that applied to the everyday life

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I like the emphasis on problem solving and finding clarity in ambiguity.

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Courses & teachingPositive

Lots of writing and tough grading but really interesting material that applied to the everyday life

  • Interested in Public service · Law
Anonymous studentJunior
Math
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Writing
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Oct 2026
Courses & teachingPositive

I like the emphasis on problem solving and finding clarity in ambiguity.

  • Interested in Finance & consulting · Public service
  • Unsure about grad school
Anonymous studentJunior
Math
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Writing
5.0/5
Oct 2026

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