Economics is a popular major that offers a bridge between STEM and the humanities. To excel in economics, you need to be strong in math, including statistics, and in history. Critical thinking is a key part of the excelling in economics, and so when we work with our economics-minded students on an activity strategy for sophomore year, we know that developing and emphasizing critical thinking must be front and center.  

If you love physics, chances are that you love physics. We find that students with an interest in physics tend to be deeply passionate, curious, and driven. What they aren’t always doing automatically, though, is laying the groundwork for a successful college application experience. That’s where we can help.

Mechanical Engineering is the type of engineering that builds things. As the name suggests, mechanical engineers design, make, fix, and operate machinery. Sometimes the machines are small enough to fit on your fingernail. Sometimes they are massive, like mining equipment the size of a residential home. No matter the scale, becoming a mechanical engineer requires a ton of specialized study — which is why one would major in mechanical engineering in college. As a sophomore interested in mechanical engineering, you likely already know this, though. What you don’t know is how to get from the mid-point of high school to a top-tier mechanical engineering program that can launch you into an impressive career. And that’s precisely where we can help.

If you are interested in government, policy, international business, research and analysis, or non-profit work, International Relations is an amazing major. International Relations is a great melding of the humanities that leads to a deep understanding of the global financial system and the relationship between different nations. Students take courses in economics, political science, history, and language, and go on to careers that span politics, policy, philanthropy, and global business.