<p>There are probably around 10 architectural engineering programs in the country. That was my major. It was perfect for what I wanted to do - engineer BUILDINGS. I didn’t want to major in civil engineering with an emphasis on structures, because I would have had to take classes dealing with subjects such as highway design that I had NO interest in. ArchE is a good major because you learn all about buildings. You typically have to take a couple of semesters of architectural design. I was terrible at that, but it gave me a real appreciation for what architects do. I also took courses in plumbing design, construction materials, and construction management. I went on to get my master’s in structural engineering.</p>
<p>Architecture and engineering are VERY different fields. I wouldn’t recommend majoring in engineering with a minor in architecture. If you want to be an engineer, major in it alone. It will certainly keep you busy for four years; in fact, it will be hard to finish in that time.</p>