<p>When I applied to UCLA, I chose Biology. Now I am having second thoughts on whether i want to pursue it or not. My question is how hard would it be for me to change majors from bio to Civil Engineering once i get in (considering that I got in)? any feedback would be greatly appreciated thanks</p>
<p>theyre in different "schools" so it would be harder than just switching to another letter's and science major. as for how hard, i dont know. other people can chime in. i think its easier switching into SEAS when youre in than trying to get into SEAS as an incoming freshman though.</p>
<p>From what I've heard, it's hard to switch into HSSEAS. They only make certain exceptions for admission into engineering majors from other schools. Be prepared to have a great explanation as to why you want to pursue civil engineering. (BoelterHall, any comment here?)</p>
<p>Well, look at it this way: applying to L&S does increase your chances of actually getting into UCLA, rather than trying to go for Engineering straight.</p>
<p>see <a href="http://www.seasoasa.ucla.edu/change.html%5B/url%5D">http://www.seasoasa.ucla.edu/change.html</a></p>
<p>My understanding is that transferring into engineering is usually difficult.</p>
<p>ugh, when you say hard; in what terms do you say hard? pre-requisites? Eligibility? Thanks for the previous comments</p>
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My question is how hard would it be for me to change majors from bio to Civil Engineering once i get in (considering that I got in)?
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You will need to fill out a form and write an essay about why you want to change your major. This can be done at 6426 Boetler Hall. Civil Engineering is not a impacted major in the HSSEAS, but the standards for admission is a notch higher than the L&S. You might also need a good reason for the change.</p>
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Well, look at it this way: applying to L&S does increase your chances of actually getting into UCLA, rather than trying to go for Engineering straight.
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Either way, when you will be evaluated according to your high school information (Transcript, various information). So don't think applying in LS will and then switching into engineering is a clever strategy. :)</p>
<p>What BoelterHall said. :rolleyes:</p>
<p>Thanks Boeltor and Flopsy, my transcript actually indicates that I am engineering material; hopefully i can get in.</p>
<p>When you come for Orientation, assuming you choose to go to UCLA, make sure you take The Chem,Physics, and Math Series that are for Engineers (you can apply them to the Bio Major if you don't get to switch). The Math,Chem,Phys Series for Bio Majors can't be applied for Engineers.</p>