<p>If I'm trying to get into the Ivies, I heard from some people that it's best to apply as undecided to improve my chances. I've even heard teachers run on about how its easier relatively to get in as engineering instead of business.
Is this the world's biggest case of BS, or is there some validity? Should I apply as undecided, engineering, or business? I'm especially confused for Wharton vs. CAS for UPenn.</p>
<p>The best way to improve your chances is to be genuine and to show depth and passion in your essays, and similarly have your references demonstrate knowledge of you in their recommendations. If you make the application process a game for improving chances, first you can’t really know what admissions has in mind regarding which major is in shorter supply. Second it’ll come through in your application.</p>