Should I Apply as an Econ or English Major?

Applying to College
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<p>So my app is very very very heavily business-centric. Pretty much all my ECs have some connection to business. But, I don't know what I want to major in. English is my favorite subject, and a course that I genuinely enjoy, I just don't know if it is a practical major. The good news is I don't have to make the official decision now; however, I must select one to apply as. </p>

<p>Some background info: </p>

<p>English: My best grades are in English. I have never received a B in it; 35 on ACT reading; 35 on ACT English; 12 on ACT essay; 5 on AP Lang (even though my school does not offer the course). It is clear that I am a strong English student. However, I didn't ask an English teacher to write me a rec. because English classes at my school are only 1 semester each so I don't really have time to develop a solid relationship with one... so it may seem odd. </p>

<p>Econ: I got an A in the Econ class at my school, but my math grades are so-so (however 34 ACT Math and 750 Math I subject test). I am taking AP Calc AB and AP Stats next year and probably won't get As in both. I got Bs in freshman math and was in a low level math Sophomore year. BUT my app. is so business focused that it makes sense.</p>

<p>So with all this in mind, should I apply as an English Major and say I want to minor in business (since there is no business major)? Would this seem like a logical plan to the adcom? Or should I just say I want to major in Econ and stick with business only. I would just be honest, but I truly have no idea which I prefer so it comes down to what would help my chances more. Thanks for all opinions!</p>

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<p>Not sure why you have to “select one to apply as.” Unless you are applying to a school which has a separate business school, it isn’t really going to matter what you declare on your application. Most schools know that you may change your mind. Be aware that, indeed, you may change your mind because colleges have a much wider scope of majors than college seniors are aware of. That said, there are wonderful things you can do with an English major and some business/econ courses. I think you’ll be fine.</p>

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<p>You need to check each college as to whether major indicated on the application matters, and whether changing major is difficult once enrolled.</p>

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<p>Yes, for my first choice school they straight up ask what my intended major is on the app. So I just really need to choose one to put down and then talk about in my essays. I know it doesn’t actually matter, but I need one for the time being. So I’m wondering which will present me as a stronger applicant. Do I go with EC consistency or where my best skills are?</p>

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<p>You could always write two essays and pick the one you think shows you in the best light.</p>

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<p>A good starting point would be to check whether the schools you are considering even take intended major into account. Many do not.</p>