Double majoring in Astrophysics and Engineering Physics is a strategic choice for high school seniors aiming for a career in astrophysics. While this combination enhances job marketability, it does not eliminate the inherent scarcity of astrophysics positions, especially post-PhD. Pursuing a PhD in astrophysics will still present marketability challenges, albeit delayed by the additional years of study. Therefore, students should weigh the benefits of a dual degree against the long-term job outlook in the field.
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This would be a prudent/reasonable strategy if you were to exit with a BS and then work, but if you continue to pursue a PhD you'll have the same marketability problem, only postponed by five years or so.neptune303 said:would it be a good idea to double major in astrophysics and engineering physics