Major: Chem/Maths vs. Biomedical Engineering

[john616]

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Hi,


I'm pre med, and I'm considering majoring in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Miami.

I'm a sophomore, so I really have to decide this semester.

I currently declared Maths as my major, and if I don't switch to BME, I will certainly also major in Chemistry.

The thing is that I'm an International Student, and that my chances are restricted, so I have to get a back up plan.

I really love Chemistry, and especially Maths, but BME seems so great.

I don't really know which choice would be the best one regarding med school...

Any advice would be appreciated,

Thank you,

Jonathan

 

[mauberley]

The best choice is the one you love the most. Any benefit from choice of major with respect to med school admission is minuscule if it exists.

 

[Lil Mick]

Applied mathematician here. Math is very useful in many different career paths (research, industry, business), and many places will hire you with only a B.S. in mathematics or statistics.

 

[Stumpyman]

Since you're an international student, as a backup option BME is great. It's definitely harder, but you have more job options if med school doesn't work out.