<p>I'm planning on applying to Gallatin RD, but I have no idea what I intend to major in. I think Gallatin's philosophy is exactly what I'm looking for (mainly because I have so many interests, many of which are at least somewhat connected), but I haven't narrowed down what I'd like to study. Is that OK? Will it hurt my chances?</p>
<p>Also, how difficult is Gallatin to get into compared to the other schools? I have a 2200 SAT (730 CR, 740 M, 730 W) and a 3.88 GPA.</p>
<p>Thanks!!</p>
<p>Well, you have to submit a plan for your intended major if you apply to Gallatin - if you don’t know at all and you’re set on NYU, you’d probably be better off applying to CAS as undeclared and then transferring once you get it all figured out…so if you want to go by that, then I’d say you have a very good shot :)</p>
<p>Don’t worry, I don’t think most people really know exactly what they want to do when they first get to Gallatin, and even if you do, it’ll probably change as you continue with your studies there (I know mine has). As long as you basically know your general interests that you’d want to study (which you need before you start there at least, so they can place you with an advisor) and can describe why you think that the program at Gallatin would be better for you than a more traditional one, I think you should be fine. </p>
<p>And your stats are slightly better than mine and I’m at Gallatin, so I wouldn’t worry about that. Gallatin puts a bigger emphasis on the essay and “fit” than the other schools, but they’re probably on-par with the others stats-wise.</p>
<p>Thanks so much! I really appreciate the advice. From what I’ve read/heard, Gallatin seems to be absolutely amazing!</p>
<p>Gallatin seems wonderful and we have met very impressive students there and recently graduated. However, in the application supplement you do need to present a vision of some kind about why you want this multi-disciplinary approach. Multi-disciplinary study seems to be the underpinning of the school, and they want to see that this is what you want to do and where. I do not think it is about not knowing what you want to do and deciding later. Evolving your idea, yes, but not just random exploration. So, as you say, show how your interests are connected. We weren’t big NYU fans initially but Gallantin and certain specific programs available across NYU made it our son’s first choice among many. Good luck!</p>
<p>Thank you, momwonders! I definitely have a vision of what I’d like to study (it combines music history, women’s studies, and the analysis of various social and political movements of the 20th century) and how it would fit into Gallatin’s programs. I’m actually really excited to get started on my essay now!</p>
<p>That sounds fascinating, and the right kind of idea!</p>
<p>One more question: Is it true that Gallatin applicants can send a longer response for the first NYU supplement question (about intended discipline and how you chose it)? Because 500 characters just isn’t enough…</p>
<p>yeah you can submit an additional essay about why you love gallatin/how it will help you in your chosen career.</p>
<p>If you have any quewtions, there is an admissions liason in the NYU admissions office who can respond.</p>