What Majors Are Available at Cooper Union?

I'm interested in Cooper Union for its engineering and art programs but want to know more about the specific majors offered. How do students usually decide among such specialized options?

Cooper Union offers a diverse range of majors encompassing Art, Architecture, and Engineering.

In the School of Art, you have the freedom to explore cross-disciplinary study within a broad range of studio and critical practices. The curriculum does not have specific majors as all students receive a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

In the School of Architecture, a five-year professional Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) program is offered.

The Albert Nerken School of Engineering offers a wide variety of major and minor areas of study. The majors available are in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and General Engineering.

As for deciding among these options, it is beneficial to consider your interests, goals, and strengths. Determining where you would like to see yourself after graduation can help guide your academic path. Students usually evaluate each major's curriculum to understand the areas of study, the complexity, and the opportunities it might provide upon graduation.

Speaking with students currently in the major or faculty members can also help in making the decision. Utilizing resources like student advisors or career services can also provide insight into what path might align best with your long-term career goals.

Remember that the initial choice of major is not final, many students switch their majors after their first semester or year once they've had a taste of the subjects on offer. However, it's important to understand the switching major policies at Cooper Union since at some schools the process can be highly competitive.