Best Colleges for Doing a Double Major?

I’m interested in doing a double major in college, but I’ve heard it can be challenging to balance. Can someone recommend colleges that make this process easier?

Absolutely, some universities have built-in structures that make double majoring more feasible.

The University of Michigan offers a large number of programs and a flexible academic climate where it's quite common for students to double major. The overall timeliness and ease of double majoring largely depend on the specific majors you are interested in. Schools that have all their majors under one college or schools with flexible distribution requirements often make it simpler to double major.

For example, in a school like Brown University with its open curriculum, students may find it easier to complete the requirements for two different majors because there are no additional core curriculum or general education requirements. Similarly, Wesleyan University promotes interdisciplinary studies and offers a University Major option which allows students to tailor their own major, possibly easing the integration of two fields of study.

Institutions that offer 4+1 programs, like Northeastern University, also allow students to essentially double major across undergraduate and graduate disciplines, and they can complete both in a compressed timeframe.

Remember, the viability of a double major also much depends on time management skills, dedication, and your particular interests, so keep that in mind when making this decision. Good luck with your college search!