Boston University Regular Decision 2025: Discussion & Decisions

[midwestmum]

The good thing about DS in Khoury at NEU is that CS and DS share the same classes in the beginning. You can figure out later which way you want to go by taking a class or doing a coop to see if it’s for you. My teen is still unsure and that’s why NU is very appealing. They can figure it out for themselves and don’t need to decide now.

I created a post last week about CS and DS at NEU and there were some really helpful replies there.

Northeastern Data Science vs. Computer Science major at Khoury

My Northeastern incoming freshman has already switched between DS and CS majors 3 times, and might switch a few more times before classes start! My question is: for kids who don’t know enough about either major (especially DS), or what they might enjoy more, how do 17-yrs olds decide which major to pick? Can someone please provide some nuance, specifically at Northeastern? They may not have to decide right now, but hopefully, understanding what’s involved, how the 2 majors differ, and what type of student is better suited for one or another might help them mentally prepare for what’s ahead. Thank you!