<p>The applied math major is located in the engineering school whereas the math major is located in the arts and science school.</p>
<p>I'm looking to become an actuary or go into the financial/business/statistics field.
Which major would give me the best foundation in these fields. In addition, what major would look best?</p>
<p>If I choose Applied Mathematics, my concentration would be in economics.
If I choose Mathematics, I would double major with economics.</p>
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<p>Exams are what matter for actuarial work. Both of those majors sound fine if you cover the necessary material.</p>
<p>Sounds like you would prefer applied math, as it looks like you like using math for real world applications.</p>
<p>Some of the “pure math” classes have little real world applications that would help you with business applications. They would help you if you plan to be a scientist/mathematician, but no so much in the real world.</p>
<p>Unless you plan to work and deal with the sciences/engineering, choose the regular Mathematics major.</p>
<p>Absolutely do applied math. A regular mathematics major is for those who wish to do teaching/research.</p>