<p>I am a math major, i was wondering what degree i should go for. I want to work in mathematical modeling, so my degree would be in applied math. I was looking into schools like CSU Fullerton, CSU Long Beach for my masters and if I were to get a a PHD i was looking at claremont, and UCLA. </p>
<p>THe only think I am not sure about is if a PHD would get me a drastically better job, than just having a masters. I also don't want to just end up a college professor.</p>
<p>MA v. PhD = No Funding v. Funding = Little Time v. Lots of time = Taught v. Research</p>
<p>This is all generally speaking.</p>
<p>I’m eager to know about this too.
Does anyone else have input?</p>
<p>If you don’t want to become a college professor, don’t pursue the PhD.</p>
<p>Honestly, this question is one I have as well. MS in Computer Science or PhD in Computer Science? Considering I want to join the industry, what would be more valued? And where would I learn stuff which I will actually apply.</p>
<p>A PHD in CS is overkill and will not bring you much in industry. I would even go as far saying that a MSCS will not bring much more either. Most computer jobs are going to be I.T.-related which is: Databases, Operating Systems, Networks & Software Engineering. The number of jobs doing “compiler design” pales in contrast to the number of I.T.-related jobs.</p>
<p>Personally (and I am biased because this is the way I went), I would do an MS or MEng in something in like Systems Engineering (or Engineering Management) and with the 4-5 elective courses leftover…apply them to your CS area of interest.</p>