<p>What is the difference between a bachelor of arts and a bachelor of science? I’m not completely sure what exactly I want to study in college, even though I sort of lean toward engineering and science. Do the anticipated first and second choice degree programs that I put down affect my chances for admission (questions 22 and 23)? I’m really not familiar with how this works, but should I put down undecided or AB in engineering and not fill out form 3A, or should I go for ScB in engineering and fill out 3A? btw, I think I’m going to write my essay on my hobby of building things like robots and Rube Goldberg-esque devices, if that should affect my decision. </p>
<p>Also, I noticed that there’s only one teacher rec form. I’m confident that both my math and science teacher will write a very strong recommendation for me - am I allowed to submit extra recs?</p>
<p>A BS is usually more rigorous than an AB. If you look, many many more students graduate with an AB than a BS. For instance, check out the difference in requirements for an AB and a BS in bio. As far as applying goes, if you have a good idea for the extra questions, go for it.</p>
<p>Ah. I might just go for the AB, then, since I'm really undecided. What exactly is the purpose of the additional forms for the BS? What would happen if my additional forms for BS engineering turn out not-so good? Would I be accepted to Brown (given that I have good enough stuff and adcoms see me as worthy) but not allowed to go for the BS, or would I be flat out rejected?</p>
<p>It doesn't matter what you fill out as there is NO issu whatsoever changing and deciding other things once you're there. Basically, if you want an engineering program that's accredited and respected, you're gong t have to go for the ScB and other than teaching HS physics the AB in engineering isn't going to take you far. Also, the ScB has an extra recommendation form specifically for a science teacher which helps you out because you want to send more anyway (which you can).</p>