<p>I got deferred from CSOM. im considering switching my intended major to math or computer science to hopefully better my chances. bad idea?</p>
<p>Dear JonLouis : Such a change will not materially alter your acceptance chances.</p>
<p>The rumors are that it is marginally easier to gain acceptance to A&S than CSOM, but not significantly and not worth doing the change. Also, internal transfers into CSOM are very difficult, so then if you got into BC you would be in your second choice program, which may make BC not even worth it. You are better off improving your gpa and possibly retaking SAT IIs if there is still time.</p>
<p>The acceptance rate for CSOM is about three percentage points lower than the rest of the school. But, I would advise doing what 2012 suggested.</p>