<p>annandale1, congratulations on your Amherst admission!</p>
<p>In general NU makes it easy to change schools, majors, to double major across schools and such, but there are a few programs that are extremely difficult to transfer into because of demand and the nature of the programs. (You miss too much if you’re not in from the start.) I know journalism and theater are among those. You can however, take classes offered in those subjects.</p>
<p>NU is an excellent place for students, who haven’t made up their minds yet because they offer a wide selection and encourage exploration.</p>
<p>The schools you are deciding between are all excellent, and if the particulars of their programs don’t compel you to a decision, it will come down to intangibles like where you feel most comfortable and at home. Your visits will give you that kind of information.</p>
<p>Be warned, though, NU is the sort of place that can grab you and not let go. That was the case for my daughter, who was smitten after just one visit. She didn’t even bother with the ivies or other great schools she had a good chance at. She applied ED and never looked back.</p>