I’m basically stuck between the two majors. I’m interested in doing something for math or science, however, my math skills are par (C- to B- in math classes, the highest class being Math Analysis). I’m very going on following the procedure but also bending the rules to reach the goal. I’m not sure entirely but I feel leaning towards computer engineering. They say major in money, minor in what you love but they both make some amount of money.
A computer engineering major will require strong mathematical and quantitative skills. B-/C- grades in math will make it difficult to do well in an engineering major. Have you looked at the coursework required for either of these majors? Do you feel you’d be able to succeed in those courses?
I’ve seen the course work for computer engineering and currently I do not understand it but that is because of it is not the math level I have obtained. When I was in high school, I didn’t really study but I would have to actually study for the CE major.
The business major has less rigorus math course compared to CE but is more orientated in the underlying parts of a business. This includes talking about policies, legality, economics which is more about memory and thinking on spot with some quick thinking.
If I had actually studied in high school, I would have had higher grades in my math classes. I would need to study harder than I did in high school. If I did that, I would have an easier handle on either major
Who is “they”? I have never heard this before.
I think you should split the difference and major in something you like that is also pragmatic, and use extracurricular opportunities to build the skills and such necessary to get a job.
Let’s also face it, a lot of people thing computer science/engineering is a fast ticket to $$$$$. But it’s not if you aren’t good at it. The top companies that pay all that sweet sweet cash are hiring students who like CS/CE so much that they started doing it in their spare time in high school or early college, and who spend time building apps or websites or robots or whatever when they don’t have to. You can probably learn to code pretty easy - it’s kind of like learning math, honestly. But will you enjoy it enough to create and design new things? That’s the REAL in-demand skill, the one that will allow you to move up in the tech world.
Why don’t you go to a community college and retake those math classes you blew off in HS? If you can improve your grades then you can apply to a university for the degree you want. Could also make a case that you are shoeing initiative to overcome a problem in your life.
Otherwise, look at the business MIS degree. It will get you technical training without as much math. Yes you will be in business and not a high-tech company, but you could still do tech stuff, make a good living, and have fun. MIS isn’t all tech support, there are lots of different paths depending upon the school and interests (networking, security, databases, etc.).