Cornell Animal Science

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So I applied to Cornell as an animal science major with the intention of becoming a vet, but I am now pretty confident I want to become a dentist (dramatic change, I know). I got in, but since it is in the CALS, I’m somewhat locked into it. How hard is the animal science major compared to the biology major? Dental schools typically require a 3.5 GPA. Should I just stay in animal science or should I switch into biology? Will the courses for animal science still help me prepare for the DAT (the bio & chem classes).

Thanks so much for any help (I really need it)!

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My friend got into CALS as one major but then switched her major within CALS the summer before coming to Cornell. I’m not sure who you would contact – probably your faculty advisor once you get assigned one – but it’s definitely possible to switch majors.