<p>Hi, I'm a senior majoring in Chemistry and with a minor in Math. My graduation is impending and what really worries me is that I do not like Chemistry, or science in general, anymore. If Chemistry major was at least financially rewarding I would have forced myself to like it and look for Research Assistant jobs in Chemistry. On the other hand, I really like Math, and I feel much more comfortable with it, except I'm not interested in Pure Math and I stayed away from classes like Abstract Math. I think the perfect major for me would be Applied Mathematics in concentration in something like economics or whatever, but it's too late.</p>
<p>I thought about getting a second B.S or M.S in Chemical Engineering but I don't think I still have enough energy to study another very difficult discipline and also it's not like it has nothing to do with science. Also I heard its job market is declining. But this is definitely what I have considered for my major if I could go back in time.</p>
<p>Other plans I thought about: work in Biotech industry and maybe get an MBA and move up the corporate ladder. I actually have done an research internship in some Life Science lab, though I did it b/c of my pre-med concentration (I'm not pre-med anymore). Is this a good career path?</p>
<p>Other few things:
-I can't do computers. I took an intro java class as an elective but I did very poorly. Zero aptitude. So anything that has to do with programming is out of equation.
-So is becoming an actuary because I really don't like Probabilities =(. I just like things like Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations lol. Also, I don't want to study for exams that half of applicants can't pass for 400 hours each.</p>
<p>So right now I'm applying for business-related jobs that look for Science or Math majors (or even other decent ones looking for all majors) through my school's career website. But if job doesn't work out what would be a good grad school of my choice? Is getting "Master's in Applied Mathematics" a good idea? I googled it but not many showed up.</p>
<p>Thank you for reading, any inputs are welcome!!</p>
<p>Its not too late for a math major. If you like math look into becoming an actuary. It doesn’t matter if it takes an extra two years that is better than graduating with a major that is worthless or that you dislike. I honestly believe dumping the chem was a good decision. Even if you loved it, science is like an abusive spouse. Eventually the abuse wears you down to the point where you can’t remember why you ever loved it.</p>
<p>Sorry, I didn’t have time to read your whole post. Actuary and business modeling are what come to mind when I think math and good job. However, most business analyst positions I’ve seen want programming. I’m not sure what to tell you. Most math related jobs revolve around risk assessment, statistics, and probability, and modeling. Heck even a lot of science math revolves around probability and statistics (error are two methods statistically the same, validation, epidemiology rates of infection risk etc) Hopefully someone else can advise you better.</p>
<p>Thanks for the replies. Yeah I don’t know. I’m just applying for literally any job, as long as it looks decent lol. I started this thread with that much writing in 4 different forums but only got replies in two of them… It’s like Chemistry major not financially rewarding after you studied hard for 4 years lol</p>
<p>^
Yep. That is the irony of science. You study so hard and get nothing to show for it. The person who partied hard and majored in business is better off than you. </p>
<p>If I would have don’t it again, I would have dropped my science major. (I’m double major in bio/economics).</p>
<p>The only way to cash out on a science degree is to use it as a stepping stone for professional school.</p>
<p>completely depends on what your career goals are. with your background in chemistry, I think you would be better off joining some chemical company or biotech company and moving up the ranks. If you want to go into banking or finance (a completely unrelated field to chemistry) you will need to get MS in finance or something.</p>
<p>Majoring in science is not that bad. It is still better than humanities/social sciences. Good luck with job hunting.</p>
<p>If things don’t work out then I recommend these options</p>
<p>1.) Masters in Engineering/Material Science (your minor in math is a plus, you could probably find a program that would take you even though you have no engineering courses)
2.) Masters in accounting/finance (if business is your calling)
3.) Professional school (med, dental, pharm, etc.)
4.) Actuary
5.) Medical Technologist</p>
<p>Yep I’m going back for a MS in accounting next fall. I’ve had it with science. I disagree with Transfer. A SS/Hum major doesn’t work as hard in college taking difficult courses and spending long hours in a lab. In terms of effort and wasted potential compared to rewards sciences are the worst degrees out there.</p>
<p>Still you have a broader range of employment. You can apply to whatever jobs an SS/humanities major can apply to on top of that science/lab related jobs. Even tho the pay is not great it is still an advantage over them.</p>
<p>I just heard back from two of the 50 jobs I applied through my school’s career service website. One is called “PPC analyst,” and asked me to call them back (for a phone interview I guess). The other is “Market Research Assistant,” and they sent me an e-mail saying they already can’t wait for me to graduate!! I googled both job titles and it seems like average starting salary for both is about 40k-50k… ish. But I don’t care.
I’m really excited right now, especially because I don’t want to get into Chemistry!! :)</p>