Economics major and math minor

mathboy98
Sun, 04 Jan 2009 21:03:29 +0000

I think it’s a good idea, and a common plan to major in economics and minor in math. Actually, I can’t think of something better to minor in for an econ major. I think grad schools in economics would be a lot happier seeing someone who can stomach some math, because grad schools tend to emphasize research and theory, and a math background is essential for economics theory. However, if you just want a job, I’m sure you could make it without math. I would view a minor as healthy supplementing; but be sure you have some interest in mathematics before you do the minor - econ at an undergrad level requires very little math on average, and not everyone WILL stomach the mathematics.

I think law schools do like to see minors and such, but mainly be sure to have a good GPA. Beyond that, I won’t say anything, because I’m not that knowledgeable.