English/Economics Double Major?

<p>How weird would it be to do something like this? Im interested in a wide variety of topics and feel like an english and economics major would cover almost any of my future aspirations. </p>

<p>I am highly undecided on what I want to do with my life but am interested in business and writing. </p>

<p>Any comments on how tough/time consuming this path would be? Is it even possible? I know the subjects are seemingly not related in many ways.</p>

<p>will be attending vandy next year and wondering if y'all could give me any thoughts. </p>

<p>Thanks!</p>

<p>I know a few people at my college who are English majors and economics minors. They seem to enjoy it, but don’t confuse economics with business. If you are interested in some entry-level business career, learn accounting, marketing, etc. A degree in economics is not a gateway into a business career, although it certainly can be with extensive networking, etc. I would recommend trying out introductory microeconomics and introductory macroeconomics when you get to Vanderbilt next year. Only then can you gauge whether or not you’ll enjoy the subject.</p>

<p>I’ve actually been thinking of this exact combination. Does anyone else have any insight on this? Would this be good for law school?</p>

<p>As far as law school it would be an amazing combination. I like the idea of a double in english and economics. Considering that economics is such an important subject, yet widely misunderstood by the public, society could definitely use people who can communicate economic theory in a clear, meaningful way. Don’t expect to have a clearly defined career path with those majors. You will probably need to go to grad school to have a professional career, but I do see many options being open with that degree choice.</p>