How do double majors in Cornell CAS actually work? What about cross double majors?

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<p>If one wanted to, could one obtain a double major from two different schools? Like a BS in ILR and a BA in econ? </p>

<p>If that is not possible, can one obtain a double major in CAS? If so, how difficult is a double major in Econ and Math? What about Econ and History? </p>

<p>Thanks for the info.</p>

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<p>Wow. Do you think you could consolidate all of your questions into one post? Talk about post inflation.</p>

<p>A BS and BA is a dual degree, and that is tougher as you have to satisfy all of the requirements of both colleges. Typically a Fine Arts major (BFA) will get a dual degree in Arts (BA).</p>

<p>Double majoring CAS is not difficult. Just satisfy all of the requirements for both majors. The Econ and Math double major is very easy to do. Econ and history will require a couple more courses as there is less overlap.</p>

<p>In ILR, one can minor in any subject under the sun, from Jewish Studies to economics, computer science to natural resources.</p>

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<p>Sorry about the post inflation. I just wanted to make sure that people saw my questions and that if they could answer it, they would respond to it.</p>

<p>Oh so, it is possible to get a dual degree from ILR and CAS; even though it may take me more than 4 years?</p>

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<p>Yes. As long as you are willing to pay, Cornell is willing to educate you.</p>

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<p>why on earth would you want to double in econ and ILR???</p>

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<p>Could I double major is ILR w/ a concentration (I think we are required to have a concentration?) and Journalism, a foreign language, or mathematics?</p>

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<p>there's a bunch of fields you can have a concentration in, do a search through the ILR website.</p>

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<p>no, i know. I'm thinking labor economics, right now. But can I double major or minor across schools?</p>

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why on earth would you want to double in econ and ILR???

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<p>Maybe he'd finally get a diploma with "Cornell University" on it. :)</p>

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<p>My understanding is that Cornell does not allow you to stay beyond 4 years unless you have a really compelling reason for doing so. We were told that by an A&S admissions officer in the fall. So, even if you want to pay for it, you can't stay.</p>

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<p>well...I think pursuing a dual degree would count as a legit reason to stay 5 years :-)</p>