Math and Finance in a non target school to break into quant

I am studying Applied Mathematics with a minor in Economics in a non-target school and in my freshman right now. I will be starting my CFA from next year as well.
Are my subjects good to break into Quant ? Would Data Science be better than Applied Mathematics?
Would WSO be worth it joining with my background?

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