ISP courses emphasize the common base and interrelationships of the sciences, including the importance of mathematics and the development of first principles, leading to advanced topics at the forefront of science today. The goal is to provide students who are interested in careers in science and mathematics with a broad, quantitative background that will give them superior preparation for further work in graduate or professional school or for permanent employment. The curriculum is composed of 23 quarter-courses as well as a regular seminar series.
Most students take advantage of the opportunity to pursue research.
Admission to ISP is by special application to the director of the Integrated Science Program. For more information on admission procedures, see the description of ISP under Academic Options in the Undergraduate Education section of this catalog. Also see the Admissions section for achievement tests required. The ISP curriculum consists of specially designed courses taught by faculty members of the science and mathematics departments. Course descriptions are found with the appropriate departments in this catalog.