<p>When I applied, I originally chose the biology major, but now I am also considering molecular genetics and biochemistry. I was wondering whether I should call and have these majors (or maybe one of them) added now or wait until I’ve been there for a while. </p>
<p>The reason I am thinking of doing it now is because the orientation sign-up is asking me to confirm my plan. Would this be really important now or could I just keep it as biology? I don’t know how much it will affect orientation.</p>
<p>Also, how difficult would it be to do all three or maybe two of these majors? It may be somewhat easier than doing other multiple majors because of similar requirements, but it still may be a little much. By the way I am going pre-med so that may be something to consider.</p>
<p>As far as I remember, the only thing of importance you do at orientation is to schedule your first quarter of classes, and meet new people. You will be advised to take classes which fit with a biology major if that is your declared major, but it is generally left up to you to choose your classes. My first classes were all low-level GECs, as were most people’s. </p>
<p>As far as being able to double major, it is perfectly doable, especially if you come to college with AP credit, or are willing to take more credit hours than the average student. I’ve heard of someone triple-majoring, but I have to assume that doing so is rare, and very difficult to do in four years. Pre-med students already have around two years worth of classes required for med school, and those classes are very competitive. While I am not in any of your intended majors, my best advice would be to wait until you finish your first few quarters to switch your major, especially if you remain pre-med.</p>
<p>My d is a freshman in the EAP Pharmacy program. She started with a Bio-Chemistry Major, and switched to Molecular Genetics with Psychology minor after 2 quarters. It’s not hard to change your major, you just have to check the requirements to make sure you’re taking what you need.</p>
<p>The first year GECs that you take for Bio are going to be the same exact classes for molecular genetics or biochem. Switch once you’re at school.</p>
<p>Majoring in all three will take longer than the regular four year plan. Don’t kill yourself with being a triple major, just worry about getting into med school.</p>