Which NYU school do I apply to?

LGetsStuffDone
Sun, 14 Nov 2010 23:24:31 +0000

Hey,
I can’t speak for other schools within NYU, but I can tell you a little about how Gallatin works.
Gallatin operates off an individualized degree program, which means that, yes, you can major in whatever you want. That might seem like sort of a joke, but Gallatin is very serious in its philosophy. Gallatin’s program allows you to take charge of your education entirely, which can be both daunting and exciting. With this in mind, you need to be mature about your major because Gallatin is not going to give you a long list of requirements to meet a standard PR major.
A lot of students mistakenly choose Gallatin because they can double-major without actually double-majoring, but a Gallatin concentration is not simply a list of topics, but rather a unifying theme. For example, a Writing for TV major might study screenwriting, but also psychology in order to better understand how characters might act in given situations.
Gallatin is not easier to get into, so be careful. There is a heavy emphasis on writing at Gallatin, so your essays will be very important. For this reason, if you have a kickass essay but otherwise low numbers, you’re not out of luck with Gallatin admissions. Also, the admissions staff is really looking for a unique type of student, not just someone that wants to (as I said before) easily double-major, so make sure you fit the mold (not to sound contradictory).
If you have any other Gallatin questions, please feel free to ask, and I’ll try to answer. Personally, I love Gallatin and have no regrets about choosing it. However, I know people that would hate it - it’s not for everyone.
Good luck!