double-major

Dual academic focus

A double-major is a student pursuing two fields of study simultaneously within one undergraduate degree: She's a double-major in economics and philosophy.

As a verb, to double-major is to undertake this path: He decided to double-major in chemistry and biology.

The arrangement typically requires more coursework than a single major but less than two separate degrees.

ambition

overachiever

One exceeding all expectations

ambitious · go-getter · hardworking · industrious · enterprising · goal-oriented · proactive · perseverance · commitment · dedication

academics

dual-degree

Two credentials at once

credits · electives · prerequisites · semester · transcript · GPA · bachelor's · graduation · advising · adviser

expertise

concentration

Sustained single-minded attention

skills · versatility · breadth · interdisciplinary · cross-disciplinary · marketability · well-rounded · flexibility · employability

Opposites
academic breadth

double-majormajor

Of chief importance

undeclared · general studies · undecided · minor · concentration

academic depth vs. supplementation

double-majorminor

Scale with lowered third

concentration · certificate · specialization

academic commitment level

double-majorpart-time student

Enrollee with reduced courseload

audit · dropout · undeclared

Family

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