Is Engineering For Me?

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<p>Alright, here we go:</p>

<p>In high school I was in a rigorous architecture program, because I thought I wanted to pursue that as a career. That program was really tough and I changed my mind. When applying to college, I chose to go into engineering. I love math and science, so I thought it was perfect.</p>

<p>Then... I got into Cornell University Engineering!!!! I was pumped!!! </p>

<p>Now, with 3 weeks before classes start, I don't feel so excited. With engineering, I want to go into Start-up tech businesses and NOT strictly technical stuff. I'm worried because I don't know what major I could choose at Cornell, because most are technical (not what I want to do). So now I'm questioning my decision to do engineering. On top of that, I'm having architecture withdrawal. I see some awesome new building or design, and I wish I was studying architecture.</p>

<p>To be more concise, here is my issue.
-I love math and science, but also design and creative thinking (thus I am scared that engineering is too technical).
-I want to go into tech start-ups if I pursue engineering (but I'm scared that engineering at Cornell will be too technical).
-I miss architecture (but I also realize that studying architecture is insane and the job prospects are not too hot).
-I want to enjoy my college experience, but everybody tells me that both architecture and engineering are hell and the kids that study those fields are never to be seen (I'm not a quiet kid... I want to go out to parties, play sports, join clubs, go to games, go hiking on weekends, and just hang out... but does my choice of major limit that?)</p>

<p>Those are my worries... can anybody help with my issues and stop the stressing? Thanks!</p>

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<p>Any help? Anybody?!?!?</p>

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<p>Take a few classes, and then if it os t for you, change majors. It’s hard to gauge if this is truly your calling before you have even begun to study the subject!</p>

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<p>If you want to do architecture, I don’t think it’s that insane. </p>

<p>I’m only a sophomore in engineering, but while math isn’t easy, I have as much time as I need to unwind and have fun. I’m easily deans list every semester, am generally intoxicated, and am kind of stupid. You just have to learn how to juggle things. </p>

<p>I’ve never heard of the premise of a particular engineering school being too technical to foster creativity. Maybe the horrible weather/location of your particular school could lend itself to depression, but probably not such that it would stick with you. I think you’ll be fine.</p>

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<p>Encouraging words @PoppinBottlesMGT! And nice username.</p>

<p>It’s just that when I went on a tour, all they seemed to show us were the dozens of labs. I was not all that excited.</p>

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<p>I do happen to find the idea of labs and science awesome and interesting, but I find them interesting the way a cat finds a laser pointer interesting. I don’t go around all day excited to hit the lab or rip up some calculus. I just kind of think it’s interesting and sensible, so I am trying to get through the degree. Same as most people, I think.</p>

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<p>you could also think about specific engineering degrees, such as industrial or systems engineering. they focus a lot on the business side, and aren’t like the traditional mechanical and electrical engineering majors. you should also try looking at other engineering majors that give you more flexibility!</p>