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Major-Specific Admissions: Is “Undecided” a Dangerous Strategy?

For students applying in the 2026 admissions cycle, choosing a major isn’t just about interests anymore — it can directly affect whether you get admitted at all. Many families still believe that applying “undecided” (or to a less competitive major) offers a safer path into selective universities. Unfortunately, that strategy is becoming increasingly risky — especially for students interested in Computer Science, Nursing, Business, Engineering, or other capacity-constrained ma

Kate-Jen Barker-Schlegel

Jan 144 min read