<p>Hi, I'd like to get some perspective from parents. I'm very confused about the major I want to go in; I feel like business would be most pratical for me but I don't know what aspect of business to study. Moreover, I would like to apply to Upenn; but i'm not sure if I should apply to the college of art and science or wharton. I know that the latter is more prestigious, but a lot harder to get into it. But, I don't want to overload myself for undergrad because I also want to get into a good grad school; should i take an easier major as an undergrad and then get an mba? Thanks!</p>
<p>Don’t pick a major just because you think it’s practical. Are you excited about studying business? What are your other interests?</p>
<p>Keep in mind that the vast majority of college students switch majors and sometimes more than once. The minority enroll in one major and stick with it for the full four years. Apply as an undeclared major and then decide after you’ve taken some courses.</p>
<p>Don’t feel any pressure to decide a major before you get to college. Some students know early on what they want to do/study – others need time to explore and find their true interests. I am sure it is more difficult to get into Wharton – so I wouldn’t put yourself in that position unless business is definitely what you want to pursue.</p>
<p>I agree with all the advice above with one exception and a couple of suggestions.</p>
<p>If you are considering engineering, you should at least start in engineering, as it is very difficult to switch to that major later and still graduate in a timely manner. </p>
<p>Beyond that, if you are considering going into a natural science, arrange to take the science-track biology, chemistry, and physics earlier rather than later. If inclined to physics or math you would, of course, start the math sequence earlier.</p>
<p>These approaches keep some options open a bit longer while you explore your interests.</p>