<p>I don't really know what I want to major in. My app. is very business-centric, as all my ECs are business related in some way; however, I am having doubts whether or not I want to study business for sure, which is why the plan (as of now) is to apply to CAS, rather than Wharton. With this mind, what should I write about in my supplement? Would it be too convoluted to talk about all the majors/opportunities I'm considering? Or should I just talk about economics, with a disclaimer at the end saying I don't really know for sure though (which I know they know, but I feel like without that it would be confusing why I'm not applying to Wharton). Any advice would be great. Thanks!</p>
<p>MANY applicants–including many who are accepted–are undecided about their majors at the time they apply. Just discuss some of your potential interests and how you could pursue them at Penn, and you should be fine. You might want to discuss some of the interdisciplinary programs (e.g., Health and Societies) that you’ve been exploring.</p>
<p>Just be careful not to sound like someone who really wants to use the College as a back door into Wharton. But especially as someone who is undecided, you can discuss how the College provides the flexibility you desire, while Penn gives you the opportunity to also take courses in Wharton.</p>
<p>@45 percenter yeah that is exactly what I’m worried about, which is why I may even shy away from economics all together. when you say “potential interests” do you mean I should mention all 2-4 majors that interest me? and mentioning my interest in taking classes at Wharton would for sure be a good idea?</p>
<p>Mentioning more than one potential major that might interest you is fine, along with the opportunity to take some Wharton courses. What Penn is looking for are applicants who truly understand what Penn has to offer (as opposed to other top schools), and have a genuine interest in taking advantage of some of those unique Penn opportunities.</p>
<p>So, for example, it’s not just that you want to be an English or Political Science major at any top school, but that you want to take advantage of some of the interdisciplinary opportunities in which Penn is especially strong (e.g., Health and Societies), while also having the opportunity to supplement your liberal arts courses with Wharton courses. And if you can, try to show how that might tie in to potential long-term goals (no need to be TOO specific, obviously). In other words, try to show why Penn is the right school for you, and why you’re right for Penn (in terms of strengths, interests, etc.)</p>