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Which college majors are easiest to be admitted into?

Hi all, I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by the college application process and can't decide on a major. I'd like to know if there are any majors that typically have lower competition for admission, so I can set realistic goals for myself. Thank you in advance!

9 months ago

Hey, I understand how stressful the college application process can be. It's important to remember that each college is different in terms of which majors have higher or lower competitiveness. However, there are a few majors that are generally considered to be less saturated, and may present slightly lower competition for admission than more popular choices.

Some majors that are perceived to be less competitive include Classics, Philosophy, Religion, Anthropology, and some Foreign Languages. Keep in mind that this varies from college to college and program to program. My suggestion is to research the specific universities you're interested in and see which majors have a lower concentration of students.

That being said, I would encourage you not to solely focus on the competitiveness of a major. Instead, try to find a major that aligns with your interests, strengths, and future aspirations. In the end, your personal success and happiness in a program is equally important, if not more so, than its acceptance rate. Best of luck with your applications, and remember that whichever major you choose, it's important that you're passionate and excited about it!

9 months ago

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