Double Major in Theatre and Computer Science Questions!

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<p>I had a few questions about double majoring at Northwestern in the two very unlike fields of Coputer Science and Theatre. I love computers.... and I love theatre. I actually like theatre and acting MORE, but I want the stability of a more traditional job.</p>

<p>Now my questions...
I heard that for double majors, people get two BAs, instead of two BSs. I know that it is to have the flexibility to take two major programs, but what if you want the rigor of a BS? Can you have two BSs or one BS (computers) and a BA (theatre)?</p>

<p>Lastly, I know it would be difficult, but is it possible to complete this all in four years, not five? And will I get a fine or something for double majoring and graduating early ( four years not five)? thank you all!!!</p>

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<p>[Double</a> Majors Across Schools - Undergraduate Advising – Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences, Northwestern University](<a href=“http://www.weinberg.northwestern.edu/advising/majors/secondmajor/schools.html]Double”>http://www.weinberg.northwestern.edu/advising/majors/secondmajor/schools.html)</p>

<p>I hope this link helps to answer some of your questions. I think instead of getting two BA’s or BS’s you could just receive one BA or one BS.</p>

<p>It’s very possible to graduate in four years. Especially if you can do a lot of double counting between majors. I don’t think you will get charged extra for graduating in four years. If you wanted to graduate before four years, then I think you would, so you should be good.</p>

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<p>I think there are some majors, including theatre, that you need to be accepted to when you initially apply, as they admit a limited number of students (in the case of theatre I think the limit is 100 and they have MANY more applicants than slots).</p>

<p>So if you wanted a double major that included theatre, you would have to apply to NU as a theatre major.</p>

<p>Correct?</p>

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<p>You <em>can</em> transfer into theatre, but it’s really really difficult to do so. You should apply as a theatre major.</p>

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<p>Thanks, illinoisgirl324! When we toured they implied you couldn’t transfer in to the theatre program, but I would guess some theatre majors must transfer out as they are drawn toward different majors so it makes sense that some people are able to transfer in.</p>

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<p>Yep, I’m pretty sure that’s how it works – essentially, you can only transfer into the theatre program if a spot becomes available due to someone else leaving it. I think.</p>

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<p>Hi SpencOS-
The link mathmaniac11 gave is a good guideline.
Our DD’s experience-entered NU as a theater major. Opted to ADD a major and a minor from Weinberg. Her BA degree was issued by the School of Communication-and read: Bachelor of Arts in Communication. It did not list her majors or minor. However-her transcript did.
Oh…and she finished early. So-bottom line-go for what you are interested in studying. NU will work with you.
G’Luck!-APOL-a Mum</p>