<p>Has anyone had experience with this program? The one at Fu Foundation specifically. I am a physics major at Loyola Chicago and plan on transferring to Columbia University after my junior year.
I have heard many people throw out disadvantages of the program but I have also heard some advantages such as Columbia's reputation, job outlook for Columbia engineers, and strong liberal arts background. Please give me some info. </p>
<p>It seems like all you have to do is maintain a 3.0 gpa in science courses plus an overall 3.0 gpa along with taking the required courses and having recommendations. Columbia also Guarantees admission to these students. Doesn't sound to bad for the chance at getting Ivy league education in engineering.</p>
<p>I was once interested in that program too. But in the end I decided to apply to the regular Columbia admission instead of joint-program like 3/2; I didn’t go to Columbia however, the tuition was too much for me.</p>
<p>If there is only 2 years to graduate you might be taking a lot of classes per semester if you couldn’t follow it well.</p>
<p>The good side is certainly the degree from Columbia.
You should immediately contact the Combine Plan Liaison at your home institution. Speak to the person for advice, and plan out the courses together!</p>
<p>Make sure you can afford this program. Check with Columbia and LUC to see whether you are eligible for financial aid for your first year as well as your last 3 years. I don’t think Columbia meets all need for students admitted under this program, Also, keep in mind that this means you will have to be in school for 5 years. A different (and more challenging) option to consider is to do your BA/BS at any school and try to get into a prestigious school for a funded MS.</p>