Possible options for math majors

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The discussion centers around the options available for students considering a major in mathematics or computer science, particularly in relation to graduate school and job opportunities. Participants share their experiences and suggestions regarding major choices and academic paths.

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  • One participant expresses uncertainty about choosing between a major in computer science or mathematics and seeks advice on potential options for graduate school or jobs.
  • Another participant suggests consulting with undergraduate advisors and provides links to professional organizations for further information on career paths in mathematics and computer science.
  • A different participant shares their experience of double majoring as a viable option, though they acknowledge the stress associated with managing multiple classes.
  • One participant challenges the feasibility of double majoring, citing their own stress levels with a current course load and suggesting that it may be difficult to manage.
  • Another participant proposes taking summer classes as a way to alleviate the burden of a double major.

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Participants express differing views on the practicality of double majoring, with some advocating for it while others highlight the challenges it presents. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best approach to choosing a major.

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Participants' suggestions depend on individual circumstances, such as stress levels and course loads, which may vary widely among students. The discussion does not resolve the complexities of balancing multiple majors or the implications for future academic and career choices.

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I'm a freshman in a college who is undecided whether to major in computer science or mathemmatics.
What are to possible opions for math majors or compsci majors for grad school/jobs?
 
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skullmaster said:
I'm a freshman in a college who is undecided whether to major in computer science or mathemmatics.
What are to possible opions for math majors or compsci majors for grad school/jobs?

This would be the perfect question to ask the undergraduate advisor of the appropriate program. Give their office a call and set up a meeting with both of the advisors.
In addition, take a look at these professional organizations, they should give you some sort of idea about what mathematicians and computer scientists do:

A little background reading before your meetings:
American Mathematical Society: http://www.ams.org/
Mathematical Association of America: http://www.maa.org

American Association for Artificial Intelligence: http://www.aaai.org/
Association for Computing Machinery: http://info.acm.org/
IEEE Computer Society: http://www.computer.org/portal/site/ieeecs/index.jsp
Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics: http://www.siam.org/
 
skullmaster said:
I'm a freshman in a college who is undecided whether to major in computer science or mathemmatics.
What are to possible opions for math majors or compsci majors for grad school/jobs?

Do what I did.. Double Major! :-D
 
ComputerGeek said:
Do what I did.. Double Major! :-D

Double majoring is a really good idea, but imat the university if the chicago, and I'm already stressed out a lot with just 3 classes.
Trying to double major would be extremely difficult.
 
skullmaster said:
Double majoring is a really good idea, but imat the university if the chicago, and I'm already stressed out a lot with just 3 classes.
Trying to double major would be extremely difficult.

eh.. you just take summer classes.
 

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