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The Department of Mathematics at Cornell University is known throughout the world for its distinguished faculty and stimulating mathematical atmosphere. The 43 tenured and tenure-track faculty represent a broad spectrum of current mathematical research, with a lively group of postdoctoral fellows and frequent research and teaching visitors. The graduate program includes over 60 graduate students from many different countries. The undergraduate program includes several math major programs and a math minor. A wide selection of courses are taught for all types of users of mathematics.
For the quickest response, please direct email inquiries as follows:
| Faculty Positions | math_recruit@cornell.edu |
| Graduate Program | emo75@cornell.edu |
| Undergraduate Program | mmk8@cornell.edu |
| Course Enrollment | hko1@cornell.edu |
| General Inquiries | mathmail@cornell.edu |
Location: Malott Hall, 532
Location: Malott Hall, 251
Location: Malott Hall, 253
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