The major I'm interested in is offered in two different Cornell undergraduate colleges. What does this mean, and how do I choose the one that is right for me?
Cornell University offers nearly 80 majors , and some of these majors are offered in two or more of our undergraduate colleges . The major requirements, faculty, and research opportunities will be the same regardless of which college you choose. However, the classes you take outside of your major and the non-major …
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How do I select a major?
At CALS, you will dive into your major as soon as you set foot on campus. As a result, all students must apply to a specific CALS major and are chosen based upon their academic and personal fit for that course of study. We encourage you to take time to explore the wide breadth of majors that CALS offers, and app…
Do I have to apply to a particular major in Engineering? If so, what if I change my mind later?
First-year applicants apply to the College of Engineering and not to a particular engineering major. Students may indicate an intended major of interest on the Common Application if they wish, but they will not officially select a major until the second semester of their sophomore year.
What majors or academic programs does Cornell offer?
Cornell offers nearly 80 majors and more than 120 minors. Double majors and multiple minors are common pursuits. To learn more, please see Cornell's Courses of Study webpage.
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What are the most popular majors at Cornell?
Cornell is home to eight undergraduate colleges and schools offering 80 majors and more than 4,000 courses of study across 100 academic departments. The most popular majors change from one year to the next. Applicants are encouraged to explore each college/school with the goal of identifying the one that is the…
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Can I double major?
Cornell offers nearly 80 majors and more than 120 minors. For students whose interests don't fit neatly into a preexisting major, there’s even an opportunity to design an independent course of study or to double major. Each of the undergraduate colleges and schools at Cornell has its own academic opportunities an…
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Do I have to declare a major to apply?
Cornell students can choose from nearly 80 majors . Applicants seek admission to one of Cornell's undergraduate colleges or schools, which then becomes their academic home if they’re admitted. Depending on the Cornell college or school, applicants may be required to indicate an intended major on their application.…
