<p>How come people dont apply to amazing unis like Cornell or UPenn for majors arent really that popular at that particular school, for e.g. Journalism?
Wouldnt it be easier to get in?
Granted you're not going to a college renowned for your major, but nonetheless, its still an impressive name...</p>
<p>bump bump ba bump</p>
<p>Most schools don't look at the major you put on your app, since they know how often kids change their minds. Also, if you choose a "less popular" major, and they do look at it, you better have the EC's to back it up. Don't list "journalism" if you've never worked on your school paper or yearbook.</p>
<p>hmm i have got pretty strong journalism ec's- founder/editor of my school yearbook and newspaper, strong internships etc...</p>