Trinity or Pratt?

<p>I still have to decide whether to decide to Trinity or Pratt, and I was wondering if anyone could offer me some advice. Right now, I think I want to major in a pure science, which would mean I should pick Trinity, but if Duke is anything like Cornell, it's a lot harder to switch from the School of Arts and Sciences to the School of Engineering than the other way around. Is this the case at Duke? I'd really appreciate any thoughts on which I should pick.</p>

<p>I heard that is is very difficult to go from Trinity to Pratt, but not the other way around. Pratt is much smaller and does not allow for much movement. Applying to Pratt means less of a chance for acceptance. Pure Science majors would apply to Trinity I think and you could hope for the best for any transferring to Pratt.</p>

<p>P.S.- starting at Pratt does not allow that much exploring into other areas, so you may not be able to cover the Pure sciences</p>

<p>I thought Pratt had a higher acceptance rate than Trinity when I looked at the admission stats. However, it's quite possible that it just attracts a better applicant pool.</p>

<p>I also thought that Pratt had a higher acceptance rate...700 out 2000, I think?
How competitive is it to get into Civil Engr?</p>

<p>I don't think that you apply to a specific degree program within Pratt. On your application you will apply to Pratt or Trinity and possibly indicate your area of interest. Unless things have changed, declaration of your major doesn't occur until the second semester of your sophomore year. </p>

<p>The Engineering curriculum is fairly restrictive - lots of required courses, not allowing much exploration into the liberal arts. It is possible, of course - time management would be essential. As a student in Pratt, you are always eligible to take courses in Trinity and vice-versa.</p>