I’m thinking about double majoring but it seems like doing two programs will be tight. What do I do?
LS is structured such that students can major and minor within one school. This can be done within 8 semesters, using 128 credits. Double majoring can often lead to an extra semester, even a fifth year at the University, leading to extra costs and time that may be better spent later, perhaps in graduate school. In addition, the Wasserman Center for Career Development suggests that there is no advantage to double majoring with respect to employment post graduation. Although money might not be a concern, students are encouraged to complete their degree with a major and a minor in four years. Graduate school is a better use of time and money for students to further cement their education and pursue areas of interest.
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