I'm applying to UC San Diego and interested in majoring in computer science. UCSD has six colleges, and I'm confused about which one would be the best fit for a CS major. Can anyone share insights or experiences about this?
The six colleges at UC San Diego operate like different residential communities within the university, each offering a unique perspective through a unique general education curriculum, rather than being tied to your major. So for your major in Computer Science, your college selection doesn't directly impact it. The CS department is part of the Jacobs School of Engineering, and you'd be in classes with students from all six colleges.
That said, here's a brief run-down of the six colleges, which may help you decide based on your interests and priorities:
1. Revelle College: Known for its rigorous general education requirements with a strong emphasis on the humanities and a sequence in natural science.
2. John Muir College: Known for its flexible general education requirements and has a focus on fostering environmental stewardship.
3. Thurgood Marshall College: The general education requirements centre around themes of social justice, public service, and cultural responsiveness.
4. Earl Warren College: Focuses on a balance between Science and Liberal Arts. It encourages students take on an interdisciplinary academic focus.
5. Eleanor Roosevelt College: Affords flexibility and emphasizes international perspectives, requiring a region of focus study and fulfillment of a language requirement.
6. Sixth College: Has an emphasis on technology and how it shapes society.
To decide, consider which college aligns best with your personal interests and the general education requirements you'd prefer. For instance, Sixth College might sound attractive due to its emphasis on technology, or you might appreciate the emphasis on international perspectives in Roosevelt. Also, consider the philosophies of the colleges as they are meant to shape your college experience above and beyond your major.
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