<p>BGOs are supposed to/required to discuss the concept of limited majors and make some effort to determine where a candidate is leaning in terms of his/her major (engineering/science/humanities).</p>
<p>The goals are (at least) twofold. First is to ensure students know that the options for majors at USNA are limited in type and number. I’ve had students tell me they plan to major in “computer science” or “criminal justice” or “biology” or other subjects that just don’t exist as majors at USNA (or, in some cases, even as courses). BGOs are supposed to make sure that future mids understand what their choices will be.</p>
<p>Second, we are supposed to get some sense of the student’s interests and/or potential major. Obviously, some candidates don’t know – and, in my opinion, that’s fair. However, most people tend to say “science or engineering.” It’s rare for someone to say “it’s either systems engineering or English.” </p>
<p>BTW, if you’re going to a BGO interview, do check ahead of time to see what majors USNA offers. You don’t need to memorize them. But telling a BGO that you plan to major in “anthropology” at USNA probably makes the BGO wonder if (1) you have even looked at the catalog and/or (2) whether you have any idea of what USNA is about.</p>