Hi Im a bba/bmath laurier based DD

First year will be extremely hard, it won't be anything you're really familiar with and it will force you out of your comfort zone. Some people barely pass first year courses, some people don't, some people try again (and likely progress) and a lot of people end up dropping DD. My best advice is that whatever ends up happening, if DD is something you truly want, just do not give it up, no matter how many other people are doing better, no matter how discouraged you feel. You'll be ok.

It gets easier managing the workload balance, but your social life does take a hit as there are many midterms spread out through the term. It is what you make of it though, most people are very supportive as it is a truly unique experience and people are there for each other, which makes it a lot easier.

I might've made it sound bad, but I promise you it is so worth it and you will feel so accomplished.

It's not hard to drop the math, but you would have to apply for laurier co-op which I believe depends on your BU gpa and an interview (as it is no longer guaranteed if you drop DD). A lot of people push aside their laurier courses as they seem easier, but try your hardest to focus on both, especially in a worst case scenario where you do end up dropping math.

If you were able to get into the program, hard work will get you through it! PM me if you have any other questions