Science Major in American Uni's

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In summary: UK student, plans to apply to colleges next year through UCAS. He wants to explore options outside of the UK and is interested in using non-academic factors for admissions. He has heard about limitations on undergrad access to facilities and equipment at American universities, such as Caltech and MIT. He is wondering if this is true and if it is a common practice. He wants to pursue a science field, but is unsure of which one.
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Hi Guys,

So I'm a UK student who will be applying to college in the middle of next year. Along with applying to Uni's in the UK via UCAS, i also want to broaden my choices. I like the idea of using other things apart from academics in order to gauge admissions. However, truth be told, i have heard some horror stories about American uni's. Especially the fact that most of the facilities and time slots for equipment are either extremely reserved for grad students or outright banned for the undergrads to touch (guy at Caltech told me this). See in the UK, this is unheard of, and all undergrads and grads are put on the same playing field. So I'm just curious if anyone knows anything about this extreme "glass pane" thing happening in Unis such as Caltech, MIT. Just for the record, i want to do a science field such as Physics or Chemistry (not sure which)

Thanks in advance
 
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slythecooper said:
Hi Guys,

So I'm a UK student who will be applying to college in the middle of next year. Along with applying to Uni's in the UK via UCAS, i also want to broaden my choices. I like the idea of using other things apart from academics in order to gauge admissions. However, truth be told, i have heard some horror stories about American uni's. Especially the fact that most of the facilities and time slots for equipment are either extremely reserved for grad students or outright banned for the undergrads to touch (guy at Caltech told me this). See in the UK, this is unheard of, and all undergrads and grads are put on the same playing field. So I'm just curious if anyone knows anything about this extreme "glass pane" thing happening in Unis such as Caltech, MIT. Just for the record, i want to do a science field such as Physics or Chemistry (not sure which)

Thanks in advance

Lots of liberal art schools in the US which don't even have graduate departments, meaning that undergrads get all the attention. Look at the CollegeBoard and do a search to see which colleges fits you best.

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1. What are the common science majors offered in American universities?

The most common science majors offered in American universities include biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, and neuroscience.

2. What is the difference between a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Arts in a science major?

A Bachelor of Science degree focuses on a more technical and research-based approach to a specific science field, while a Bachelor of Arts degree offers a broader and more interdisciplinary approach to the subject.

3. Is there a specific GPA requirement for science majors in American universities?

Each university may have different GPA requirements for their science majors, but generally a GPA of 2.5 or higher is recommended for admission into a science program.

4. Can a science major also minor in another subject?

Yes, many students choose to double major or minor in another subject while pursuing a science major. It is important to carefully plan out your courses and credits to ensure you can fulfill the requirements for both majors.

5. What are some career options for students with a science major?

There are many career options for students with a science major, including research scientist, healthcare professional, educator, environmental specialist, and science writer. Many science majors also go on to pursue graduate studies in their field of interest.

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