<p>I tried looking this up, but didn't find a definitive answer, so...</p>
<p>What is the difference between an undergrad BA degree, and an undergrad BS? I know, I know..one's ARTS and one's SCIENCE, but if I were going for say, a dual major in Anthropology and IR, should I choose the BS in Anthro, or the BA? (I'm looking to concentrate in Biological/Physical Anthro, if possible and if it matters).</p>
<p>Look at the degree plans. Generally, a BA has more electives and/or room for a minor than a BS. If you want to double-major, you would likely have to get a BA because you need to use the elective/minor classes to fulfill the requirements of the second major. A BS is more focused in the subject. In the degree plans for BS majors I have looked at, the BS tends to include more of the quantitative aspects of the field of study. But you’re going to have to look at the specific degree plans at the school you are going to attend.</p>
<p>The difference very simply is the percentage of degree requirements within the major.</p>
<p>As a liberal arts degree, a BA in anthro would have fewer required credits in the major concentration and more liberal arts requirements than the BS. The BS would have a range of 55-75% of total credits within the major field, fewer liberal arts requirements, and fewer still electives to fulfill.</p>
<p>The key to understanding the differences is to study the degree requirements for each designation at the schools you’re considering. The BA/BA often is a bit “easier” in terms of time than a BA/BS or BS/BS combo. </p>
<p>While dealing with music degrees, this thread <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/music-major/991007-difference-between-bachelor-music-bach-arts.html?highlight=bachelor[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/music-major/991007-difference-between-bachelor-music-bach-arts.html?highlight=bachelor</a> has more background and detail. For information, the BM is for all intents and purposes akin to a BS in the depth of requirements.</p>