The Mathematics Department at OSU sponsors undergraduate mathematics competitions for all students, math majors and non-majors. See below for details on each contest, including test dates, deadlines for registering, and sample problems. In all cases, the participation will occur here at OSU.
For more information, or to sign up, contact the Math Club and Competitions Committee.
The Annual William Lowell Putnam Mathematical Competition is held on the first Saturday in December. The morning sessions run 8:00AM - 11:00AM followed by the afternoon sessions 1:00PM - 4:00PM (local time).
Participants must self-register and get their unique PIN (Putnam Identification Number). There is no deadline to the registration process, but a PIN is required to take the exam.
The annual COMAP Mathematical Contest in Modeling is held in February.
This is an international, team based, undergraduate, mathematical modeling competition. Each team has three students, from any major. Three open-ended, real-world problems will be offered. Teams will choose one problem and write up a thorough solution approach within 4 days. Teams may use any inanimate source of data or materials. Submissions will be judged on the basis of scientific merits as well as clarity and organization of the written report.
See helpful preparation materials including past submissions and source codes.
We are fortunate at OSU to have had many meritorious winners and honorable mentions. See past years' winning teams.
For more information, or to sign up, contact the Math Club and Competitions Committee.
Sara Tro (left), Andrea Lanz and Michael Kupperman ranked Meritorious Winner in the 2019 COMAP, placing in the top seven percent internationally.
