Should I switch from Computer Science to Computer Information Systems?

College Majors Math/Computer Science Majors
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<p>Sorry this is long, I'm kinda going through a crisis >_<</p>

<p>I love math and science and want a career in programming. I'm not exactly sure what specifically, but I'm entertaining the idea of going for mobile/web applications or web development because I'm also quite creative and like the idea of having a job where I can program and be able to work with my artistic side. Game development seems cool, but too cut throat. Anyways, the more hard science/math/comp sci classes I take all at once, the more bogged down I feel. It's not that I don't like them, it's just that I don't feel like I have the time to focus on all of them as much as I would like to. I have sophomore standing, but it's my first year (AP classes/took some GE at community college). So idk if I'll just used to a CS major later or if it'll only stress me out more as the classes get more difficult. I'm very academic and hate how I've been falling behind/failing. The CIS program at the 4 year school I'll be transferring to combines the more essential CS classes with some business/marketing/accounting classes. I know I would do well in them and probably get good grades in that program but business classes seem so BORING to me and that makes up half that major!! Should I suck it up, and do my best to challenge myself in the more intensive CS classes? Or cave in and take the "easier" major to put more focus into my more technical classes? I hate to feel weak and "give up" but I also want a good GPA and time to work on personal projects to build my (nonexistent) resume...Any advice?</p>

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<p>Computer Science is a better degree and more interesting. CIS is more a trade whereas CS is a professional field. You can take business classes as a electives in CS if you are interested in them</p>

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<p>I think the CS degree is in far more demand and gives you more options. But you have to get through college. I wouldn’t worry overly about the gpa. Do projects in the summer. Learn what you need to do to manage your courseload. Don’t overload unnecessarily.</p>

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<p>As BrownParent said, the CS gives you more options. I do think it makes sense to take some accounting classes. You learn about transactions.</p>

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<p>Agree that you will have more options with CS than CIS and is a better approach if you can handle the math. </p>

<p>Regarding the courseload/homework issue, you aren’t alone in how you feel. Schools force you to prioritize your time. I always hated it because I actually wanted to learn (especially in grad school). Learning how to balance your time and studies is part of the first-year experience, so don’t let that get you down. You will figure it out.</p>