Putnam Fellow

A Putnam Fellow is a top math student awarded annually in the William Lowell Putnam Mathematical Competition, a challenging university-level math contest in North America. Only a small number of participants—often fewer than a dozen—receive this honor each year. Being a Putnam Fellow signifies exceptional problem-solving skills and mathematical talent, often highlighting students who later excel in academic or research careers in mathematics. The title recognizes their outstanding performance among the best university students nationwide, making it a prestigious achievement within the mathematics community.