<p>So, I know it's fairly easy to double major at Northwestern. But on the school of communications website, it says that double majors are "typically in Weinberg". My question is, is it possible to double major in the SoC and McCormick? eg, in theatre and engineering? or must it be in SoC/Weinberg?</p>
<p>^ (I hate to do this) but can i add to the question. Is it easier to double major at NU than others? They have that dual degree program, but can’t you dual degree anywhere? Why is NU’s program special? Or is it not?</p>
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<p>Double majors across schools are possible. It would be more difficult to double major with engineering and graduate in four years since the engineering curriculum is so structured. Double majors between the other schools are easier. The reason it is easier to double major at NU is because NU is on the quarter system so you take more classes than you would on a semester system (48 vs. 40ish). Many students use this flexibility to add an extra major.</p>
<p>Related question – When/how do you have to formally declare a Double Major? Do you get counseling help in designing schedules, or do you figure it out on your own?</p>
<p>They say you have to declare A major by end of sophomore year. You have a college adviser during your entire time at NU, it’s up to you to meet with them and plan.</p>
<p>Double majors are ridiculously easy to get, triple majors are not that bad either (I was one) and also now you can double minor as well. It’s the rule of 3 = majors + minors.</p>
<p>oh, another question. What are the benefits of dual degree? So say I want to go to law school after this or something dealing with biological research. Will two degrees really help out that much? Its not going to make up for a bad lsat or something though</p>
<p>@DESTROYER: FYI Double major is NOT the same as a dual degree
A dual degree requires one more year, which means another 55k and is generally NOT worth it. I think that it’ll be better for you to get more experience in one degree than to have two degrees and no experience.</p>
<p>really? Whats the difference. My bad. I hope i don’t seem that stupid haha. and then also, my former question: what is so good about it. thanks</p>
<p>dual degrees are like completely separate disciplines, like journalism and music or engineering or WCAS or any permutation of those. If you have a really good reason to do so, then you should go for it, but like people have said, it’s probably not worth it.</p>
<p>In an effort to not sound too ignorant, can someone still major in theater and double with something unrelated like international relations, social sciences, or environmental studies? Would it only have to become a dual degree program if it’s something really structured like engineering? I didn’t know there was such a difference!</p>
<p>What benefits/advantages does double majoring give you. Is it worth it…?</p>
<p>I think this is what Destroyer was asking too.</p>
<p>^nailed it</p>
<p>I think the only dual-degree program that is worth it is Music and another school.</p>
<p>Most of the time, a double major is the solid choice.</p>
<p>A double major has many potential benefits, both “spiritually” and “economically.” Many kids at Northwestern love to learn and find the quarter system great for delving more deeply into two or three interesting areas. Some combinations make you more interesting and versed for future employers. </p>
<p>For now, just relax and enjoy the Freshman ride next year, don’t worry about double majors, explore much of what Northwestern has to offer and then decide what works best for you.</p>
<p>would chemistry and a degree in pharmcology be consider a duel major or a double major</p>
<p>there is no such thing as pharmacology as an undergrad… look at the catalog to figure these things out… then ask questions.</p>