<p>i dont think all hope is lost yet…most quants, as far as I know, start their careers after getting a masters degree in financial engineering, mathematical finance etc…very few quants start their careers after an undergraduate degree…what i would do if i were you is major in a highly quantitative area, like econ + math double major, and get a really high GPA, and try transferring to a slightly more prestigious place…do a lotta undergrad research, internships etc and that might get you into a good graduate program…then you can definitely pursue a quant career…if you work hard, im sure getting a high GPA and double majoring in franklin and marshall wont be a problem</p>