On many applications there is a section for indicating what field of study you think you would like to major in. If you have a special interest, by all means say so. This does not commit you to that field, and might be another way of personalizing your application. If you think you might be interested in one of the smaller, less popular departments at the college, it is especially important to say so. Colleges need to keep these departments going, and faculty members frequently have a say in who gets accepted.
On the other hand, don't be afraid to check undecided. Colleges expect many students, especially those going into the liberal arts, to be undecided at this stage of their lives. Being undecided could influence your chances if you are considering a career in engineering, business, or the sciences. Faculty members in these fields like to see a high degree of motivation, commitment, and achievement from applicants. If you indicate business or engineering as a career goal, you may be asked to write a short statement about why the field interests you. Take this request very seriously. Your comments will be carefully compared with those of other applicants with your interest.
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