I'm looking into Vassar College and trying to find out about the different majors they offer. What are some of the popular majors there, and are there any unique programs or interdisciplinary studies that stand out?
Vassar College offers a wide range of majors spanning the creative arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. The popular majors include Economics, English, Psychology, Political Science, and Biology. The interdisciplinary majors that are uniquely offered at Vassar stand out and they include Biochemistry, Neuroscience and Behavior, Media Studies, and Urban Studies.
Moreover, Vassar also offers unique programs known as multidisciplinary programs. These programs allow students to take an array of different classes, providing a holistic perspective on a given area of study. Examples include Africana Studies, Environmental Studies, Women's Studies, and more.
For students who have interdisciplinary interests that aren’t represented in a single major or program, Vassar has a self-designed major option. If you’re interested in this path, you’d work closely with a faculty adviser to craft your curriculum.
Vassar encourages exploration and discovery, so most Vassar students don't declare their major until the end of their sophomore year, giving you ample time to explore your interests.
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