<p>When you first go into a university as an undergrad, do you study your major of choice right away or does everyone take all the same courses like a liberal school? For example, if i major in bio, will i start taking bio classes my third year onwards or will i start right as i enter. Or will i take intro bio courses or take the same classes as everyone else regardless of major differences??? </p>
<p>Im curious because im undecided right now and dont know if i ant to go to a lac instead of a university. If all students take the same classes the first year or so in the university then i may be find my interest right? If everyone starts their specialized areas of study right away, then what will i do if im undecided or is a lac better for me</p>
<p>Most colleges and universities have a general education program. Something like 2 English, 2 math, 2 science, 2 history, 2 social science, etc. It varies, though. You could take an intro to bio class in your first year, but you really get started on your major in your third year, at most universities.</p>
<p>It really depends on what the major is. If you started thinking you would be an engineering major, then the first semester you would probably be in Calculus and Chemistry, along with english and that sort of thing. Friend’s DD is pre-pharmacy, starts next week with 19 credits, including chemistry, biology, and calculus. It’s entirely possible to launch right in. Most majors have a number of courses which are common to everyone regardless of specialty.</p>
<p>If you are undecided, however, you can focus on the required core curriculum courses, and try to explore some things to see where you want to go.</p>
<p>Many people don’t realize how common it is to change majors (I went from music performance to foreign affairs and french). Consider studying general classes or core curriculum but, words of the wise, save a few “easier” classes for your senior year so you aren’t burned out on a schedule of difficult classes.</p>
<p>Visit the websites for the bio departments at the schools that interest you. They probably have sample schedules available for viewing.</p>