What is the Value of a Second Major?

An Anonymous Student asks: "I am a senior in college, majoring in computer science. I only need two more CS classes to finnish a BS. But all along I have also been taking math classes and find that I am only three classes away from a finishing a BS in math as well. (We normally take nine classes a year) So Here is the question to people out in the real world: Is it worth it to get a second degree? Do employers or grad schools care about that stuff? or should I just take fun random stuff in my last year as an undergrad?"

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Second major

[Lando]

When considering whether to hire you or not, many places won't be able to evaluate your skills... Instead they will rely on your resume. Having a double major is not the "norm" and will definately be an added plus to your resume.

In my opinion it will definately be worth it... If I had the choice between two people of the same skillset, but one had a second major I would consider that one more of a "go-getter" and all things being equal would hire him/her.