Mathematics

at University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA

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Ratings at University of Southern California

8 reviews · 5 verified · 63% recommend · line shows global avg

Enjoyment
4.3-0.2
Career Prospects
3.5-0.1
Difficulty
3.9+0.2
Workload
3.3
Math Required
4.8
Writing & Analysis
2.4

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Student Reviews

Class of Sophomore👍 Recommends
★★★☆☆2.5

Study this only if you have natural talent and love working with abstract concepts. Not worth picking math to try and be "flexible" as all you learn is theory, nothing applicable in any industries. Having math on your resume will tank your GPA, and if you aren't absolutely certain you want to go into quant or ML/AI, it will tank your competitiveness in other roles as well.

Theory-HeavyMath-IntensiveGood for Grad SchoolMentally DemandingTime-Consuming
Difficulty 4.0Workload 4.0Career 3.0
Class of Sophomore Verified
★★★☆☆3.0

Math is hard, but if your lucky and able to handle it. It will be easy and enjoyable. But it do requires some kind of talent. If you don't like math before, I definately don't recommend math major. Also, the career choice is limited.

Theory-HeavyMath-IntensiveHigh Earning PotentialSurprisingly ManageableChallenging but FulfillingMentally Demanding
Difficulty 4.0Workload 2.0Career 2.0
Class of Freshman Verified👍 Recommends
★★★★4.0

Most of the professors from mathematical department are really nice, though they have an average low score on rmp.

Difficulty 3.0Workload 3.0Career 3.0
Class of Sophomore Verified👍 Recommends
★★★☆☆3.0

I think it’s very interesting and you get to explore different aspects of what math can do for you and how to find a career!

Math-IntensiveHands-On LearningSurprisingly ManageableWould Recommend
Difficulty 3.0Workload 4.0Career 3.0
Class of Freshman Verified👍 Recommends
★★★★★5.0

I so far am enjoying my mathematics degree. I love my so I chose to study it and I am having a great time. I’m on track to get both my bachelors and masters in mathematics and possibly pursue my doctorate in it too as well.

Difficulty 4.0Workload 3.0Career 5.0
Class of Senior
★★★★3.5

I really enjoyed learning mathematics and it is a very fun experience. However it should be known that this major is not industry targeted.

Difficulty 3.0Workload 2.0Career 2.0
Class of Senior Verified👍 Recommends
★★★★★5.0

Great major with potential career in academia or finance/tech industry. Requires hard work and talents

Theory-HeavyMath-IntensiveTech-OrientedHigh Earning PotentialGood for Grad SchoolWorth It
Difficulty 5.0Workload 3.0Career 5.0
Class of Graduated
★★★★★5.0

Study hard play hard and you will get paid off! Be passionate before choosing this major otherwise you will suffer!

Loved ItMentally DemandingTheory-HeavyHigh Earning PotentialSurprisingly ManageableWorth It
Difficulty 5.0Workload 5.0Career 5.0

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