For applications why do I have to put two majors?

<p>I was wondering why I have to put two majors/schools that I want to apply to in a certain school. Is it so if I dont get into my first choice, I still have a chance to get into the second major?</p>

<p>can someone just explain this whole process for me? Thanks</p>

<p>Most likely that is the case. Most schools want to accept you, but if they can’t place you in Major 1, they will try to admit you for major #2. More selective schools may want you to discuss both majors/schools in one of the essays, if you indicate more than 1 (Carnegie Mellon, for example). Hope this helps!</p>