I went to university of missouri-columbia (instate) and the guidance officer of the business school told me, I should focus on one major, and that employers would rather have a student with a higher GPA in one major the some one with a slightly lower GPA with two majors. But then I was going through this WUSTL folder they gave me, and it appeared as if alot of the kids had dual majors. Most with triple majors, and even a few with five majors.
I’m thinking about majoring in three: Economics, statistics, and Psychology. All liberal arts. My question is, do you feel that is too much? And for say finals, how many classes do you think I would have? Cause if I would have to study for say 10 finals I find that crazy, and would slim it down.
<p>i have the same questions! I want to double major in two foreign languages while taking a third major/or minor (prefer 3 majors) in a subject like economics, political science, philosophy, etc. All I can say is, to take a lot of AP classes and hope to score out of a lot of intro classes. (you could place out of all three (psych, economics, stat) since all three are AP courses <em>atleast at my school</em>) Three majors is a lot of dedication and fulfilling the requirements will take structuring, but if you know you can work hard go for it. You will not be partying too much though ;( If you still think it would be hard, how about double major and minor? That shouldnt be too bad. Like I said, AP classes are your ticket to fulfilling a major in less time and with less work since you can place out of a classes easily. Also, remember that usually once you structurize your 4 years to the 3-5 majors, it will usually take up your elective/open class slots that are made to make college interesting and more outgoing at times. Really ask yourself if your willing to give up more time and electives <em>yeah I know electives in college aren't like majors but they are fun/interesting and good to take during your undergraduate to get you thinking and to meet people!</em> Just go for whatever you think is right for you. By the way, in the Bucknell viewbook, a girl triple majored in political science, german, and international relations. When I went to an open house there and inquired about it, mostly all triple major students placed out of something with an AP test...something to remember hehe Hope this helps</p>
<p>"Double major" is a little phrase that sure sounds nice, but it's deceptive. I mean, it's okay if you're in a program that offers a dual major OR you're doing it in two related fields (say, Sociology+Psychology, Math+Physics, etc.). </p>
<p>However, if you're trying to pull off Math+Sociology, you'd better be prepared to put in a LOT of work.</p>
<p>What do you think of Econ and finance? The reason I wanted to go into statistics is cause I'm worried that I'll need to know alot of math for econ. Then I was just looking into psychology, cause I find it interesting. So generally as stated. Is econ and finance a good combination, esp if I plan on getting a MBA later on? And is there a ton of math at the undergrad level in econ, and also at the MBA level?</p>
<p>statistics and economics go hand in hand. also, your going to need some background with calculus. As far as economics and finance go, the pair of majors work well together and you should have no problem finding a decent job after college (if thats what you want to do). However, if you want to study psych "just because your interested" why not fill up elective classes with psychology just so you have a feel for it. You do not necessarily need to major/minor in it. Also, in business there is a study of psychology that focuses on power and being a leader and what kind of mind it takes to be it that position etc. If you want to pursue psych in that aspect, then it should coincide with economics and finance fairly well. BUT if you decide to pursue behavioral psych or some other totally seperate study from your double major that could take more work and probably be harder to pursue in college. In business and economics, statistics and calculus are major things to have in the undergraduate level. As far as an MBA goes, your going to need math, public speaking skills, and probably background in a few different aspects of business. It cant hurt to have stat and econ as a background but as anything, obtaining a MBA is unique and has its own requirements. I would imagine there is some research involved/interning/etc.</p>
<p>I have a couple friends that are doing it here. Belisa (Spanish, English, Journalism) and Dave (Journalism, Poli Sci, English)! However, they came in with a ton of credits which covered distribution requirements. Otherwise, it wouldn't be feasible, I assume, w/out doing a bunch of summer classes.</p>
<p>i think many at tulane triple major also...i wanna do the same, but in 3 completely unrelated fields...biology, history, french...any comments on those?</p>
<p>I've never heard of someone successfully triple majoring and graduating in 4 years. Maybe if you want to take a 5th year to get your bachelors you could do it. However, I know people who have double majors and a minor, which might work for you.</p>
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<li>You're going to have to focus as some point. Might as well make it now.</li>
<li>You don't want to waste your time or money on extra years in college, especially if you want to go to grad school.</li>
<li>You should save time for things like research (bio major), work experience (econ major), study abroad (french major) that may be more advantageous to you (personally, and in terms of getting a job/into grad school) than an extra major</li>
<li>Having friends and a social life are important too...</li>
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<p>But that's just my take on it, and because I'm only a high schooler, I don't really know for sure.</p>
<p>do you plan on taking any elective classes? I hope you end up somewhere with no core/distribution credits or there isn't a good possibility of graduating on time. Double major with a minor is probably still too much if there are core/distribution classes. You really need to focus more, three is too much, stick with the double, though I don't think it's necesary to major in 2 fields so related.</p>