| You either need to commit yourself to choosing schools based on this goal, or just put the question on hold until college. Know that some schools don't allow triple majors, some schools have thesis requirements that effectively render a triple major impossible, some schools have GE requirements that will make graduating in four years with a triple major effectively impossible, not all schools will treat your AP/CLEP credits the same way, etc. In short, there's no easy answer to your question.
Also be aware that when you're discouraged from pursuing a triple major, it will rarely be for reasons of difficulty. Impracticality, lack of necessity, and the sacrifice of depth for breadth will probably be more commonly cited reasons. When you get to college, speak with an advisor, because you'll probably have to be 'smart' about your scheduling from the very start. You'll also want to schedule a very early appointment in the Study Abroad office...they'll be able to help you figure out what programs are available in Japan, and they might be willing to help you work out a workable schedule. If you want to factor this into your decision, don't assume that it'll be possible at every school (you can start your research by posting on each school's board to hear from current students).
In general, and I say this as someone who entered and graduated from college with 100 different academic/professional interests, I don't like the idea of triple majoring. But that's just a personal opinion, and I've read stories on CC of students who've been happy with their choice to triple major. Best of luck. |