<p>I majored in a relatively obscure field in college at a SLAC with only 3 professors in the department. Unfortunately, the individual who taught the vast majority of the classes had kind of an unpleasant personality, didn’t like to be challenged in class by students who disagreed, and had a particular view of many issues that she kind of imposed on students. It was NOT a great experience and I seriously considered transferring. Didn’t actually decide on the major until I was a sophomore. </p>
<p>My major piece of advice would be to make sure you actually meet the two faculty members – if you’re planning on taking a large number of classes with them. (If you can’t do that, then maybe call them up and chat by phone.) Also, investigate whether there’s any kind of cross registration where you could take classes at a neighboring college as well. Finally, remember that faculty can and do change jobs – so don’t have your heart set on taking courses with warm and cuddly Professor So and So, who might not be there next year.</p>