<p>I want to major in chemical engineering or mechanical engineering. Now, could I do this in college and then take some electives that help me to get good scores on any tests for denistry or optometry (or do independent studying). Or would it be better to just take pre-dentistry or pre-med and then move to optometry. What if I pursue chemical engineering as a graduate program after finishing it in undergraduate?</p>
<p>Also, what are expected salaries for chemical engineers (for those who complete just undergrad and those who complete graduate work as well).</p>
<p>First, most engineering degrees and especially Chemical engineering, will provide you with most of the course work necessary to be prepared for a pre-professional exam, be it the MCAT, DAT or Optometry exam. </p>
<p>You might have to take a few extra classes to fill in the gaps but nothing that will stress your entire course work.</p>
<p>With that said, most students will agree that an engineering degree is quite challenging and therefore it might be difficult to maintain the High GPA's that most professional schools will look at--its surely not impossible but you will have to put in the extra effort.</p>
<p>the school I want to go to has a great engineering program. now, how long should it take to complete engineering if I do graduate work as well?</p>
<p>also, I have a month before applications are due for many colleges and I am still leaning over which major I should take. I did really well in chemistry..but this year in high school, physics is mindblowing. Every other class was a breeze. Physics is awesome. But I am concerned with pay. If the starting salary is around 50k, what would i expect to cap off around?</p>
<p>Also, what should i minor in? I've been told a minor isn't important and you just focus on your major.</p>
<p>Also, what are some medical grad. programs/majors that I can goto if I complete mechanical or chemical engineering.</p>
<p>A traditional B.S in engineering takes 4 years.</p>
<p>A Masters after that would take anywhere from 1 to 3 years.</p>
<p>A Doctorate can take an additional 3-5 years. </p>
<p>As for the salary question--if you pursue something that you enjoy chances are you'll find a job and salary that suits you.</p>
<p>To go to Med/Pre-Op/Dental School there is no major requirement and therefore as long as you took the necessary exams/classes and have the grades there isn't a reason you can't attend any program in the nation.</p>