Apply "undecided" or list a major??

mathmom
Fri, 26 Feb 2016 02:51:53 +0000

I think it’s fine to apply undecided. My youngest did. He was pretty sure he was interested in International Relations, but he had no ECs or gift with languages or extensive travel experiences to bring up in essays or interviews. He took three history APs, did Science Olympiad, orchestra and Literary Magazine. Typical bright well-rounded kid. Oldest son was just the opposite. Most of his time was spent doing computer related stuff and what wasn’t was math or science oriented. Few schools require you to declare when you apply. It’s good to have some answers about what interests you if asked at an interview, but it’s fine not to be stuck on any one things. There are so many cool majors out there that aren’t covered in high school at all.