<p>Which of the two would be better for the Sciences (Chemistry, chemical engineering)? </p>
<p>Jacobs seems to have better research opportunities, whereas MHC has the option of doing a dual degree in Darthmouth, Caltach or UMass (but admission into this is competitive).</p>
<p>Better for sciences->Obviously Mount Holyoke.</p>
<p>Better for engineering->I’d say Jacobs. MHC doesn’t have an engineering program of its own and its a dual degree thingy which has a long process and in some cases you might not even get accepted by the engineering college. So, rather going round and round for engineering at MHC, go to JUB if you are sure about engineering.</p>
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<p>though why is Mount Holyoke obviously better for sciences?</p>
<p>You might want to consider the possibility that you could change your mind about your major. In this case, would you still be happy at Jacobs, or would you wish you were at Mt. Holyoke? I would look at the entire picture that each school offers, not just the major. If both schools can get you where you think you want to go professionally, then look at how other things measure up between the two schools. Just my opinion, of course!</p>
<p>Holyoke allows you to tap into the five colleges network and access a wealth of resources. It is by far the better option.</p>
<p>Mount Holyoke definitely has access to more colleges and majors, but it seems I want to do engineering which is not offered in Mount Holyoke … Is it possible to do a major in one of the sciences and later on do a Masters in engineering? How competitive is it to be part of the Dual degree program in Mount Holyoke?</p>