Comp Sci @ Carnegie Mellon as a female?

Applying to College
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<p>I am very much interested in computer science. For most schools, I'm looking to major in CS and a science that is compatible with a pre med route.
HOWEVER, I know that CMU is one of the best if not the ABSOLUTE best CS school in the country.</p>

<p>I really like CMU and it's interdisciplinary nature. I figure, due to the competitiveness of SCS, I should apply into SCS then add my second major if I attend. </p>

<p>So here's my question: will being female help me get into SCS @ CMU? Or will it be just as tough for me as it is for all males? </p>

<p>Sorry if this question offends anyone, I'm just curious! If it's going to be as competitive for a female, I would apply into Arts and Sciences and either TRY adding a comp sci or double major in another field.</p>

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<p>Although I can’t say I’m a reliable expert on this, I believe schools like CMU and GTech have been making efforts to balance their male:female ratios.</p>

<p>Although it probably won’t help as much as Hooks/URMs, it definitely won’t hurt.</p>

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<p>Thanks for your response! I appreciate it :)</p>

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<p>It helps as much as urm, but SCS is incredibly competitive anyways so it’s still difficult to get in. Also, if you’re looking for a dual major try there BAxBS program or something. Look into it.</p>

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<p>Thanks for the recommendation :slight_smile: I definitely will.</p>