<p>Hello, I am interested in applying to Northwestern but I am confused as to whether I should apply to Medill or to the School of Communication.
Most of my EC's are focused on writing rather than rhetoric, but I would like to pursue a major that has a broader application. Then again, I looked up Medill's website and really liked courses on writing and marketing. I aspire to work for magazines. Do you think it is better for me to apply to Medill than to the School of Communication?</p>
<p>Will applying to Medill lower my chances of acceptance? Is Medill harder to get in than the School of Communication?</p>
<p>Hey emotionprelude! I’m also not sure myself. I believe Medill would be harder because it’s known by everyone! But, you could probably go from School of Communication to Medill once you get to NU. Hopefully we will both get in! What are your stats?</p>
<p>If you aspire to work for magazines, then your ultimate goal should be to be in Medill. Whether you choose to apply directly to Medill or not, I can’t say. </p>
<p>I think the best thing you can do is to apply to the school that fits well with your academic profile. If you’ve spent all of your time in high school involved in school publications and scored well in English tests/classes, then I think you should apply to Medill, as that makes more sense to anyone reading your application. </p>
<p>I, for example, applied to the communications school, but transferred in to WCAS before I even enrolled at Northwestern. It’s very easy to switch schools so if you find you are in one you’re unhappy with, don’t worry. Northwestern really supports interdisciplinary academics. My interest in such is what helped me get in, so perhaps you could use that to your advantage if you’re interested in both schools. Just some ramblings here. Let me know if you need any more help.</p>
<p>I’ve heard that sentiment before but I can’t give any insight whether or not that’s true. It may (read: may) be the case that people with academic profiles that align to comm studies tend to have lower scores, but I think it’s more of a matter of whether or not your academic profile aligns to the comm school.</p>
<p>That’s true. Well, I found and am the President of the Newsletter in my school. I am also the head sports writers. Also, me essay focuses on how I developed a passion for sports and writing. I want to be a sports writer in the future. What school would suite me better?</p>
<p>I believe your academic profile is more suited to Medill, as you have done journalism-like work in high school. Northwestern has a number of wonderful publications to write for as well, which would give you great experience if you want to be a sports writer when you graduate. But back to the original question, I do think that your profile is more suited for Medill.</p>
<p>Thank you colincampbell! I applied to Medill after reading your suggestion. Most of my activities are journalism focused and my SAT is over 2300… Figured I would do better at Medill.</p>