<p>Does anyone know anything about the EPIIC program at Tufts? I was looking at the website but can't figure out if anyone can join it or if you have to apply.</p>
<p>You have to apply by writing a short letter about why they should accept you into the class. The class usually has a mix of freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors. My son took it as a freshman. I didn’t see my son’s letter, but I imagine that he wrote about his interest in majoring in International Relations, and the fact that he’d written papers in APUSH and APEuro about the Cuban missile crisis and the containment policies Cold War. (He took it the year the theme was nuclear issues.) I don’t know how many students get rejected, but my impression was that the odds of getting in are pretty good.</p>
<p>Thanks mathmom - good to know.</p>
<p>@mathmom</p>
<p>Interesting, One of the best courses I took at Tufts was an Experimental College course in quantitative decision methods using this book: </p>
<p>Allison, Graham T. Essence of Decision: Explaining the Cuban Missile Crisis.</p>
<p>Your son might find the book interesting. I think it is being updated.</p>
<p>Also, if he doesnt already, have your son keep an eye on the the list of Ex College courses offered each semester- some are very good. </p>
<p>For everyone out there - past, current and future courses are posted on line on the Ex College web page for all to see </p>
<p>Does anyone know next year’s topic?</p>
<p>It’s global health.</p>
<p>EPIIC is something you apply for at the beginning of the year. It is one of the most rigorous undergrad academic experiences you can undertake in the country (I kid you not), but it is incredibly rewarding. You learn about the topic (global health next year) at the feet of some of the top minds in the field, are surrounded by some of the brightest people you’ll ever meet, and have the opportunity to plunge into research, service, and/or engagement in the field with limits defined only by your ambition.</p>