Would I have a better chance getting in if I major in economics or business administration?

Question

Generally

Answer 1

It's a wash, because the most important thing isn't degree--it's a defined goal and personal motivation.

Now, the first question ought to be "what career do you want?" If you can answer that, then choice of a major becomes clear. When you ask "what should I major in" then it indicates that you haven't developed a clear career objective yet.

Therefore, you probably need career counseling. Go to your college's student services department and get some. They'll do some self-tests that will clarify what type of work you would enjoy doing, what the prospects are for different careers in your range of preference, and what the projected salaries are in those careers.

Then when you've chosen a career, they can advise you which major to choose. And it will be much more reliable advice than you'd get from anyone here.

Answer 2

It depends on the school. At some schools the B-School is one of the hardest to get into. At others (particularly large state universities) it is one of the easiest to get into.

Another problem is tha tat some schools, economics is part of the business school -- while at others it is part of the College of Arts & Sciences.

For example, it is easier to get accepted to the University of Pennsylvania's economics program than it is to the Wharton School of Business. But at many schools -- like the Univesity of Georgia, it is easier to get into their business schools.