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Does anyone have a list of hardest majors, ranked?

Hey, guys! I'm a high school junior gathering college information. I was wondering if there's a list of hardest majors ranked somewhere. It would help me get an idea about the general difficulty levels of different fields. Any help would be appreciated!

2 months ago

While there isn't an official list or ranking of "hardest" majors since it largely depends on individual strengths and interests, there's a general consensus on some fields that may require a heavier workload or more rigorous curriculum. Each major has its own unique challenges and demands, so take this with a grain of salt. Let's break them down into a few categories.

Difficulty due to academic rigour:

- Engineering: With many specializations like Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, etc., these programs are typically intense, involving heavy coursework, lab work, and problem solving.

- Physical Sciences: Disciplines like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Geology can be challenging, involving complex concepts, lab work, and often heavy math.

- Math and Statistics: These majors require strong analytical skills and involve intricate theorems and equations.

Difficulty due to workload:

- Pre-med or Health Sciences: The combination of challenging coursework, labs, and the preparation for medical school admission can make this path quite demanding.

- Architecture: This subject can be workload-intense, with many projects, reports, and long studio hours.

Difficulty due to content depth:

- Humanities and social sciences like Philosophy, Sociology, Psychology, etc., demand extensive reading, analyzing, and writing.

Remember, difficulty is highly subjective and what might be seen as hard for some may be easier for others due to personal interests, skills, or talents. Do thorough research about the major you are interested in, talk to current students or professionals in the field, and always follow your passion!

2 months ago

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