how do different schools within a college work?

Applying to College
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<p>Someone please help, im so confused.</p>

<p>What are different schools within a college? For example, at carnegie, there are like 5 different schools. When I apply, do I have to pick one, or is there a default for incoming freshman? Im sure each college is a little different, but in general, do I have to pick when Im applying, or do I pick later, once Im a little more sure of what I want to study? If you do have to pick one at time of admission, is it possible to switch? Or do you have to apply as a transfer student and hope for the best?
Please dont only answer my questions, but tell me anything about this topic you can, or direct me to somewhere I can read about it. Im so confused!! </p>

<p>Thanks in advance</p>

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<p>They differ. CMU is strict–you need to apply to one or more specific schools. In many other colleges, you can pick later…for some, you have to pick later. good luck!</p>

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<p>Just in case you haven’t already, post this in the colleges forum under CMU; you may get first hand information there.</p>