Econ/Sociology vs. Education/Sociology

College Majors
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<p>I'm an incoming college freshman with a lot of college credit earned in high school. I'd eventually like to work at a college or university in administration (I plan to earn a PhD or EdD focusing on the sociology of education and/or education policy).</p>

<p>I'm principally interested in sociology and I'm going to try to complete my school's four-year BA/MA program in sociology. However, I'd still have enough room in my schedule for a second major and a several elective classes. Am I right in thinking that it's best to complete a second major in economics instead of "educational studies," as a preparation for research (grad school) and administration, and then take education-related courses as electives?</p>

<p>I'm doing exceptionally well in my macroeconomics class at a local college. I've completed math through Calculus III, so I feel like I'm well-prepared; however, economics is not my passion.</p>

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<p>Social and policy issues in higher education frequently crossover into economic issues. In addition, the economics major will give you stronger quantitative skills. Also, if you change career directions it will improve your employment prospects.</p>

<p>Instead of “education studies” courses, use electives for relevant courses in philosophy, politics, and history (and, possibly, psychology, too) that will give you a stronger foundation for your intended area of graduate study.</p>