<p>I really am interested in all three subjects. And since they are all in letters and science, I wouldn't have to take different breadth requirements. (Let's just assume that I'll get accepted to Haas) Plus, I've also read that statistics and computer science already have some course overlaps. I do have quite a bit of IB and AP credits as well, and I could take a few courses at a community college this summer. </p>
<p>And if this is possible in 4 years, would it be too hard? I don't think each major by itself is that rigorous compared to something like EECS, right?</p>
<p>Oh god, would you **all **please shut the **** up about your boring, unfeasible and pointless “plans.” Why don’t you answer the question yourself after you finish a semester at Berkeley. At that point, you will know your own capacity as related to the standards within a particular department at Berkeley.</p>
<p>Honestly, Berkeley has a surplus of *ostensibly *ambitious freshmen. I am beginning to think these sort of threads are more a cry for validation than legitimate inquiries.</p>
<p>Sorry, I didn’t mean to offend anyone, and I wasn’t trying to get attention. I’m honestly looking for feedback… Any information would help, like if you know anyone who has done a triple major or something like that. </p>
<p>But I agree with you that I’ll know more after taking a semester of classes, but is there anything wrong with trying to plan ahead of time?</p>
was a good response, you didn’t really have to say the rest. They’re just curious about their futures is all, and if you don’t want to hear about their plans, don’t check out these threads.</p>
<p>They may be(and probably are) overly ambitious, but ambition is what drives the successful.</p>
<p>Hi Handlebars. I don’t mean to be offensive, but I can almost guarantee you will not be able to commit to your proposed triple major. And here’s a few brief reasons why I believe that:</p>
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<li><p>As far as I know, Statistics and Computer Science are two of the harder majors here at Cal (I am not sure how CS compares with EECS in terms of difficulty, but they’re both computer science related and they’re both offered at the same school; I doubt they would be drastically different from each other). Double majoring in those two alone will probably be way too much for many people. </p></li>
<li><p>You should have probably heard about the lack of grade inflation here, right? Seeing as how you’re attempting to double major in two of the harder majors, your GPA probably will not be very high. Thus, you probably will not get into Haas.</p></li>
<li><p>Another reason that you will not get into Haas is that you will not have time for much or any extra-curricular activities, which is a key component in the admissions process. </p></li>
<li><p>ASSUMING you do get into Haas, Haas is a program that requires you to graduate 2 years after you’ve been accepted. Assuming you apply during your sophomore year (like most people do), you WILL NOT be able to graduate in 4 years with your intended triple. To do so, you’ll have to take I’m guessing 5-6+ classes a semester, every semester. And as I previously mentioned, those classes will be rigorous, and taking so many will equal many, many average or below average grades–you will burn out.</p></li>
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<p>I’m sure there are plenty more reasons why your intended majors are unreasonable, but bottom line is… don’t be an overambitious freshman. You have no idea how many come in to Berkeley thinking they can do everything, then wind up failing miserably. You’re welcomed to ignore my suggestions of course.</p>
<p>And to answer your question: I do know one person who triple majored (Econ, Music, and Chinese). He just graduated, and he actually did just fine.</p>
<p>Okay, thank you very much secretaznmanxz! That’s exactly the type of answer I was looking for. I talked to some friends at Berkeley and they said that a double major in computer science in L&S and business wouldn’t be too hard, so I’ll look into that. Thanks again!</p>
<p>To anyone else: I was just trying to explore some possibilities, that’s all. So I apologize if I came off as ignorant or too overambitious.</p>
<p>Recommendation: Scratch the business and focus on computer science. Take some extra upper-div stat classes and maybe minor/major in it. Down the line, get an MBA. </p>
<p>As far as rigor, CS basically = EECS except you don’t have to take physics.</p>
<p>A double major might be feasible but I think a triple major is stretching it. And yes, CS is basically EECS minus physics and EE. All the other CS classes are the exact same as the CS classes that EECS majors take.</p>
<p>I have to say Triple Major in Business, Statistics, and Computer Science in 4 years is almost impossible. On the other hand, a triple major in EECS, MCB, and Chemistry is quite doable. I think you should seriously consider that as an alternative.</p>
<p>If I remember correctly, the last guy who doubled major in business and EECS(and lived) won the University Medal.</p>
<p>It’s actually not as unfeasible as people here claim. I’m doubling in CS+Stats and have taken enough courses to triple in Econ… CS will be the most time consuming major by far because of the large projects. </p>
<p>Are you considering a career in quantitative finance? If so, I’d recommend just sticking to CS+Stats+a few math courses (53, 54, 126, 128a)+a few econ/ieor courses (econ 101a/136, ieor 221).</p>
<p>Another thing to consider is that, seriously, after graduation no one will care about your triple major. If you want to work in CS, you are just as well off with a CS-only degree. If you want to work in Business, a Business degree will be good enough.</p>
<p>Now you may say “but I really have a strong interest in all of them and I want to learn more”. Good, then why don’t you just study Statistics books by yourself or take some classes P/NP? Of course, taking Haas classes will be more difficult, but nothing keeps you from learning about the same topics and/or looking at their assignments. THAT shows real interest.</p>
<p>I also agree with the person who said that getting an MBA after a CS/Statistics degree is a good alternative.</p>
<p>I know a student with triple major, Business, Econ and something else. I think the student is a senior. Business and Econ have overlaps and so does the third major which I can’t remember what it is. Triple major is difficult and rare but possible. But your 3 majors don’t have too much overlap.</p>
<p>CS is a lot of work especially the upper division classes with big projects. I am a Cal CS alum. CS/Stat double is doable. Triple is probably difficult.</p>
<p>For your freshmen year, you can take some intro classes in all the areas you are interested in (i.e. CS 61A, UGBA 10) and you will have a much better feel of what you like and how well you do in them. You don’t have to declare a major or apply to Haas until your sophomore year anyway.</p>
<p>My son is choosing which school he should attend and he also has severl majors he is interested in, CS, Econ, Business. He might consider doing a double major.</p>
<p>Many friends/family members are giving him advise and here is one from a top MBA graduate who is a Director of Corporate Strategy at a well know software company:
I think he should major in CS and then he can get an MBA. With a CS degree you can program or you can go work for a consulting firm or investment bank because they just want smart people and don’t care that much about the major. I would rather hire a CS undergrad with an MBA than someone who has both degrees in business. So I think the CS degree gives the most flexibility unless he really loves economics or wants a job that uses economics.</p>
<p>Thanks for the advice everyone! I really appreciate it.</p>
<p>I really do want to attend Haas though, one of the main reasons I want to go to Berkeley. Of course, my mind could always change later, but that’s is my plan for now. I’m looking for a career in finance or maybe consulting…</p>
<p>Anyways, is it hard to get a good GPA for a computer science major? Especially if you have to compete with all those EECS majors? Would it be more sensible if I majored in statistics and business? Or is statistics difficult as well?</p>
<p>@dogglefox, Econ major has much fewer requirements than Business</p>
<p>@handlebars, yes, it’s usually harder to get a good GPA as a CS major and if you end up with a lower GPA prior to applying to haas, it may even hurt your chances to get in. then again, it depends how good you are in the subject…</p>
<p>Well, as someone who doesn’t program in his free time, I’m not sure I’d be able to compete well with those kinds of people + the EECS majors. I just enjoyed comp sci during high school. </p>
<p>Does anyone know if it’s tough to get a good GPA as a statistics major? I am pretty set on Haas right now, I’m just looking for another major to supplement it.</p>