Double Major - Math and Music

lms2032
Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:34:24 +0000

jsmom: Williams is a great place to double major in math and music. Both departments are very strong, especially the math department. Williams graduates over 50 math majors every year, which is a very large number for a small liberal arts college. Math graduates go on to good placements in graduate schools, in professional schools, and in the job market. Check the math department’s web site for more details.

I have a son who also had some grade issues in high school. He did very well in the courses that interested him and not so well in those that didn’t. He is currently studying music and math at Williams. His college grades are much better than his high school grades. He says that the classes are a lot more interesting than those he had in high school so he’s more motivated to study.

Your son should definitely take a closer look at Williams. I don’t know if he has any interest in schools in the midwest, but I’d recommend looking at St.Olaf College in Minnesota for another interesting, but less competitive option. It’s a great school that offers good music and academic scholarships.