Hi guys, I'm thinking of applying to Washington University in St. Louis but I'm still undecided on my major. Does anyone know what kinds of majors they have to offer?
Washington University in St. Louis (often referred to as WashU) has a wide variety of undergraduate majors spread across its various schools. Here are some examples grouped by the different colleges within the university:
1. College of Arts & Sciences: Here, you'll find broad categories such as Anthropology, English Literature, History, Mathematics, and Philosophy. Additionally, the college also houses interdisciplinary programs like International and Area Studies, Jewish, Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies, and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.
2. School of Engineering & Applied Science: If you lean towards the sciences, this School provides engineering paths like Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Science & Engineering, and Computer Science.
3. Olin Business School: This division caters to business interests and has specializations like Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, and Operations & Supply Chain Management.
4. Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts: For creative students, this school offers programs such as Art History, Fashion Design, Communication Design, and Architecture.
5. School of Medicine: Although most programs in this school are for graduate or professional studies, WashU does offer an undergraduate major in Medical Humanities.
6. Brown School (Social Work & Public Health): This school offers a Bachelor of Science in Public Health.
Often, the university offers possibilities for interdepartmental majors and independent study. This feature allows you to work with faculty advisors to create a customized program of study. Remember that most students are undecided when they enter college and many change their minds about their major while they're in college. WashU supports academic flexibility and exploration. Good luck in your application process!
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