Programs HELP Chem BS+Phys BA, Chem BA+Applied Math BS, or Chem BS+Math/Phys minor?

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The discussion centers on a junior transfer student facing constraints in completing their undergraduate degree in chemistry while aspiring to pursue graduate studies in physics. The student has a background in mathematics, including Calculus I-III and Ordinary Differential Equations, and is now considering their options for majors and minors. Key points include the concern about the value of an applied math BS if the chemistry major is pursued as a BA, and whether it would be more beneficial to add minors in physics and math alongside a chemistry BS. The student is also contemplating the possibility of obtaining a Chemistry BS and a Physics BA. The urgency of the decision is emphasized, as the student has a deadline approaching. The discussion seeks advice on the best academic path to align with their interests in theoretical and mathematical physics, particularly in quantum mechanics and nuclear/particle physics.
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In short I'm a junior transfer with 1 year left to do my undergrad degree (constrained by time but mostly $). The physics major was too spread out for me to complete (since I only got to mechanics/EM last year); I chose chem because of the possibility of taking pchem. My math is Calc I-III and ODEs. So I'm on a chem track... For better or for worse.

I'm interested in grad physics, and I guess I have mainly fundamental theoretical/math interests: quantum (mech+EM) and 'what comes after', and nuclear/particles.

1. Now with this major, is an applied math BS (chem becomes BA) useless?
2. Another option for me is to do a minor in physics (modern physics, and 2 electives) and a minor in math (proofs, linear algebra, 1 elective) with the chem BS. Is this better or worse?
3. Last option is a Chem BS and Physics BA... How about this?

My schedule deadline is Wednesday and my head is about to explode :( ANY advice is appreciated!
 
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