I am deciding between Occidental College and Cal Poly SLO. I intend to major in political science, but I also have an interest in theater. Occidental probably has a better program for me because it is a liberal arts school known for having a good political science program. Slo, on the other hand, is better known as an engineering school. I am also worried about having a hard time getting classes and graduating on time especially if I decide to switch majors. However, I think I would be happier at Slo, and I would prefer the big university experience. With financial aid, the two schools are approximately the same price.
Does anyone have any advice? Are the rumors true that liberal arts majors are neglected at Slo? How is the social scene at Oxy? I’m afraid that it will be cliquey, and I’ll have trouble fitting in.