Applied Mathematics

Bridgework Exam 

  • What is the Bridgework Exam? The APMA 355/1655 bridgework exam is a 50 minute exam that tests you on the APMA 355/1655 material that was not covered in APMA 350/1650, with emphasis on proof techniques.

  • When will it be held? There are two separate exams:

    • The Spring 2026 APMA 0355 bridgework exam will be held on Thursday, January 22, 6-6:50 pm EST in 166 Barrus & Holley

    • The Spring 2026 APMA 1655 bridgework exam will be held on Tuesday, January 27, 6-6:50 pm EST in 166 Barrus & Holley

  • Who needs to take it? You are required to take this exam if you are currently taking APMA 350/1650 and would like to use 350/1655 to fulfill your concentration requirements (class of 2029 or later) and to sign up for courses that require APMA 355/1655 (class of 2028 or later). If you’re in the class of 2027 or earlier, you are encouraged but not required to take the bridgework exams.

  • How to sign up? Please fill out the following form(s) to sign up, depending on which exam you’re taking:

  • SAS Accommodations: If you have accessibility-related accommodations for the exam, please upload your SAS accommodations to the google form above

  • Special Considerations: There will be no make-up exams. Moreover, please note that there may not be faculty support to answer your questions in preparation of the test. We encourage students to work together to prepare for the exam

  • How to prepare: Please check out the Bridgework exam website for resources to help you study

Questions or Concerns? Please direct your questions to Santone Pope-White (santone_pope-white@brown.edu)