Yale: History Major with 3.4 GPA or Econ Major with 3.36 GPA

How much better does an Economics major look for IB internships than a History major?

I'm a sophomore at Yale, trying to decide between the two. Basically, I'm trying to decide whether to drop an Econ class, and the major, in favor of History.

By the time I start applying for internships this fall, I could have a ~3.4 gpa as a History major, or a 3.36 as an Economics major. By the time I graduate, I estimate the difference would be between a 3.55 History degree and a 3.48 Economics degree.

I enjoy history a lot more, but am concerned Economics is better for getting a job.

Also, I'd like to go to Law School after a couple of years in finance.

I'd appreciate any advice or help!

 
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