<p>I'm trying to decide what I should major in. I'm fairly sure that I want to go to grad school after I finish undergrad, but I don't know what to major in for undergrad. The majors that seem best/most relevant seem like Applied Math, Microbiology, and Computer Science. I'm also thinking of double majoring. Which of these seem like the best option? At this point I'm leaning towards Applied Math but I don't know whether to have Bio or CS as my second major. Any advice on what to do?</p>
<p>I'm interested in going to grad school, and then after that doing things like research, consulting, and creating models for biological systems, etc.</p>
<p>Thanks</p>
<p>A CS/applied math background is the most relevant. There’s really no need to minor or double major in biology, especially not micro. Micro deals with single-celled organisms - I think what you meant to say was biochemistry. </p>
<p>I would definitely recommend taking some chemistry - analytical, organic, and physical - and one or two biochemistry courses from a professor with a chemistry background. That way you’ll have a firm grasp on any subject matter dealing with biological molecules. One caveat to that is that there are certainly computation biology fields - like genomics - that wouldn’t really need this. </p>
<p>Most of the ‘bio’-type biology you will ever need can be learned on the job.</p>
<p>Anyhow, if you’re still an undergrad, maintain a wide breadth with your courses, because who knows, you might find a keener interest elsewhere yet.</p>
<p>I also have the option of a biochemistry major. Would Math/CS still be the best option? Or should I choose this over one of them?</p>