<p>...I want to major in electrical engineering. I want to be educated at some pretty top-notch engineering schools too. My only fear is that I have no EC's that have to do with math/science. Other than the fact that I have taken the most rigorous math/science/computer classes, there is nothing on my resume that says "I am passionate about engineering," although in reality, I actually am. </p>
<p>If this does hurt me, I have to say that's pretty bogus. I mean honestly, I have no time outside of my current activities. I mean, NO time. Sure, one would say if you're that passionate about something, you should replace one of your others with that activity. Well I don't agree. As much as I love engineering, I don't believe that adolescence is the period in your life when you need to demonstrate your passion for it. </p>
<p>Anyone think this will hurt me?</p>
<p>and if it does, do you agree/disagree with how I feel?</p>
<p>if a school gets two apps, both of which want to major in somthing, and one is all full of passion and the other other isnt (even if the passion is felt at heart by the applicant) who do you really expect the college to pick? </p>
<p>they dont care what you like if they dont have proof that you're going to be a strong/passionate student in that area. you think they care about 'a well rounded student?' heck no, long gone archetype. </p>
<p>To end on a positive note, right a good/passionate essay on the subject and maybe they'll believe you.</p>
<p>all in all..colleges want 'known quantities' meaning they want to know who their getting and dont want to do guess work..</p>
<p>Luckily, there are many top-notch programs out there besides MIT, Caltech, Stanford, Berkeley, etc. and they will probably accept you (assuming your other stats are pretty strong)</p>