Has anyone here double majored in anything?

nas24

Yup in smoking pole and blunts :smokin:

Smoking pole.. omg. Dirty girl.

I'm not a dirty girl... they were clean

Beatrix0810

Economics and French with a minor in International business! It was a good choice for me only because it only required an additional semester of school to get it. I almost never use French, except when I travel to Canada for work. More education is never a bad thing, and when looking for a job in a depressed economy anything you can do to set yourself apart from the competition is a good thing. It's definitely up to you, though. It's all about what you can handle. If you can add that second major AND work an internship I'd say that's the best combo. That's what I did my senior year, and I've had a series of really good jobs and never been out of work as a result. Good luck!

jcmartin0313

Yup in smoking pole and blunts :smokin:

Smoking pole.. omg. Dirty girl.

I'm not a dirty girl... they were clean

Money where mouth (err..other things) is!

Bigmomma0u812

I triple majored in Psychology, Sociology and Criminal Justice. During interviews people seem impressed by it BUT I can't say that it has honestly helped me out much. I have not gotten the job I wanted sooooooo many times in my life.

nas24

Yup in smoking pole and blunts :smokin:

Smoking pole.. omg. Dirty girl.

I'm not a dirty girl... they were clean

Money where mouth (err..other things) is!

Now money, that is actually dirty... you have any idea how many germs are on a dollar bill...ewww

jcmartin0313

Yup in smoking pole and blunts :smokin:

Smoking pole.. omg. Dirty girl.

I'm not a dirty girl... they were clean

Money where mouth (err..other things) is!

Now money, that is actually dirty... you have any idea how many germs are on a dollar bill...ewww

We can use coins and I will bring Clorox wipes...

Morgaine_on_the_move

Yep, Spanish and English. I teach hs English, and the Spanish was just for fun ( like for travel...Spanish really enhanced my experience of Peru, for ex).

alladream

I graduated with a double major in psychology and women's studies a couple of decades ago, and it was all interesting, and it did not give me extra money's worth or anything, but I have continued to learn and study in those and related fields now--I think it's very different in sciences.

nas24

Yup in smoking pole and blunts :smokin:

Smoking pole.. omg. Dirty girl.

I'm not a dirty girl... they were clean

Money where mouth (err..other things) is!

Now money, that is actually dirty... you have any idea how many germs are on a dollar bill...ewww

We can use coins and I will bring Clorox wipes...

:laugh:

imakimm

I did in Human Services and Education. I am also doing two specializations in Graduate school. I like learning. I have had jobs in both of my fields, so my double major worked well for me.

WhitneyAnnabelle

Classics and anthropology/archaeology. It's...interesting. I can't even remember what questions you asked, but if you have any that no one answered, feel free to message me. Oh, and I could finish the history triple major, but I'm over that.

DonM46

I have a BS in Aerospace Engineering and I was considering double majoring in mathematics also when I was still in school. I talked to recruiters through my internship at the time and they said that it is pretty common for engineers to pursue that so it really doesn't help much but there were some math courses that we weren't required to take for a BS in AerE that were required for a lot of graduate programs that they told me to look into so I took those and that has helped a lot because it's more classes out of the way before I go for my masters (since I'm doing it while working full time every class out of the way is helpful!)

I also have a BS in AE and math.
Been doing mechanical and civil all my professional life.
Since math is the language of engineering, I'm sure all the extra math helped my engineering career; but I've never specifically used the math -- other than through the engineering work.
A little extra knowledge won't hurt.
If you have the time and $$$, go for it.

NajahDaMuslimah

I was a double major: Criminal Justice/Forensics; and Psychology. And my line of profession is neither of the 2. Although I deal with difficult people and situations everyday. And I'm considering returning in the near future to major in Business. Like I said...considering.

WhitneyAnnabelle

Okay, I went back, and I would say with those degrees, you'll be fine in the job market. You could stick with one and probably be fine, but two is nice. Keep in mind this is coming from a classicist and social scientist, haha.

meerkat70

As part of a degree in which I was expected to double major, I took a third. In the social sciences / humanities, I think it's sensible to keep your degree broad, as it ensures that you develop a better understanding of the underpinnings of your main discipline.

victoria4321

I'm an electrical engineer at a mechanical and electrical design firm right now. To be honest all that extra fluff wont impress anyone. It'll just make school harder for you. Best thing is to get really high mech e grades and focus on that. Make sure you're up to speed on all your design softwares like acad and revit. I think solid works for mech e people too but I dont use it myself. Even with the masters you might be better off getting a job and saving the money. If you're unemployed after undergrad though then go for a masters. It'll knock a year off your PE reqs at least. Also make sure to pass your FE before you graduate and you're pretty much set job wise.

akjmart2002

Yup. I double majored in Outdoor Studies and Environmental Science.

As far as being "worth it", I would not be where I am today career-wise were it not for the relationships and contacts I developed while in those programs. It's pure speculation as to where I would be if I had done something else. I certainly enjoyed myself and have no regrets.

feltlikesound

I double majored in Biopsychology and Criminology because I wasn't sure which I wanted to pursue in my graduate studies, and also considered a career which valued the combination (forensic psychology). It meant I did not have much room in my schedule for any "other" classes, which didn't matter much to me but is not everyone's ideal education experience. I would not say employers or graduate programs value double majors, unless they specifically cater to the needs of their position or program. Otherwise, they are going to focus on portion of your degree that is significant to them, and gloss over the rest as completion of your degree/the marks you got, regardless of the content of those other classes. If you intend to actively pursue an engineering career, then I think the applied mathematics may be a bit of a waste...not that it would be a waste to take classes from that field, but I am not sure carrying the designation as a second major would be worth it.

Often taking an "easier" courseload for the courses outside of your main program (like your core engineering classes), makes for better marks and mental clarity in the classes that will matter down the road. But that is of course only coming from my limited experience.

I just graduated from law school, as a follow up to my first degree, and my double major (or indeed anything I did in school other than the GPA I received) has failed to matter.

miranda_mom

I double majored in political science/government and philosophy. (and so far the only philosophy major on here - why, I can't imagine )

I currently work for the government doing social work type things. The government degree helped me get the job because that was one of a specific list of majors you could have and get the job. The philosophy major has made me a really good writer, which I have to do sometimes.

My advice: I would not do it if it is going to make you go to school longer and/or get more student loans. If it is something you love and you have the time, why not?

sister_bear

I majored in Music Teaching and Music Performance. I was a public school music teacher for a while. I left it to be closer to family and started over. I'm currently working as a corporate trainer and the education classes I had were invaluable. Although I'm not actively using my music performance, it's definitely impacted my ability to get up in front of a group of strangers and lead. I'm looking to start teaching private lessons, so it will be useful soon!

That said, I wish I had stayed another semester and finished a minor in psych. It's not a big regret or anything and I know I was going to have a melt down if I didn't finish school soon, but I'm a workaholic and it would be nice to have something else to fall back on.

I say at least minor in it.

kerriberry74

I've got degrees in international studies and a business admin. ; my minor is in sociology. Unfortunately I figured out far too late that i'm not a good fit for the business world, so they haven't been all that useful, although I did have a nice chat with a recruiter recently who was very impressed with my education. As it is, i'm going back to school to be a physical therapy assistant (who knew I could manage an A in chemistry!)

elcyclista

I guess I don't have a very particular job that I'd be looking for. I know there are people that say things like, "at the age of 4 I had pondered on the reason why viruses attach onto host cells, thats why I major in _____ and want to become a ________ to research _______". That's not me though. :P As a kid I was a straight D student and spent too much time playing with my friends and watching saturday morning cartoons.

I've always liked mathematics and physics through high school. It became my passion. I just want to do something where I can apply physics and mathematics. I chose mech engineering because of that. I just feel its a bit lacking in the mathematics side, which is why I considered double major in applied mathematics. Also to broaden job opportunities. If there aren't any mech engineering positions available then I can probably do something in the mathematics field, or both. I suppose it would be best to start with a minor first. It's only 3 more classes. If I have the time and energy then I'll see if I can finish the remaining semester and summer of classes for the double. I would definitely want to get a masters too after getting experience and have my employers pay for it. :P

Thanks a ton guys and gals.