<p>I am interested in majoring in something to do with the physical sciences and/or applied math, and I plan to get a bachelor's and a master's degree. What combination of majors offers me the best job outlook combined with a relatively high income?</p>
<p>Computer science, applied math, and statistics probably, although economic and industry cycles can have a significant effect (e.g. 2001-2003 computer science graduates faced a dismal job market). Chemistry is likely to be the worst of the physical sciences for job prospects overall.</p>
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<p>Math and CS are pretty much the only worthwhile physical sciences, unless you have the ability to go Ivy League Physics -> Investment Banking. Physical sciences are in quite the slump.</p>
<p>Mathematics is just about instantly employable, especially if you go to a school that offers a math with econ specialization. I know several people who recently graduated UChicago with that, and had their pick of banks and funds to work for - assuming that kind of thing is for you.</p>
<p>A mathematics undergrad mixed with just about anything is very very good. I’d recommend minoring in what your masters is in though as to prep you for grad school. CS is good, but far more narrow. Everyone wants a math major.</p>