<p>lafparent,</p>
<p>You are correct!</p>
<p>If anyone is even thinking of majoring in one of Lafayette’s B.S. Engineering programs, take ES 101: “Introduction to Engineering” during the first semester. It is simply not possible to enter any B.S. Engineering program after the first year because of the five-course minimum starting sophomore year. However, as you mention lafparent, it is always possible to “switch out” of Engineering.</p>
<p>B.A. Engineering majors (affectionately known as “Pretend-gineers” by B.S. majors) are given much more freedom in their studies. One can move into the B.A. Engineering program without much hassle up until the junior year and still graduate on time!</p>
<p>To compare the typical curriculum for a B.S. Chemical Engineer vs. a B.A. Engineer, visit these two links: <a href=“http://ww2.lafayette.edu/~chemeng/lab.php[/url]”>http://ww2.lafayette.edu/~chemeng/lab.php</a> and <a href=“http://ww2.lafayette.edu/~abengrg/cur_model.php[/url]”>http://ww2.lafayette.edu/~abengrg/cur_model.php</a>. As you will notice, B.A. Engineers are given many more elective spaces, which can be used to take required courses toward the major if one were to “switch into” the program later on.</p>
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<li>Justin</li>
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