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Companies such as Google and Microsoft will narrowly focus on algorithms and data structures, so if you take three or four classes in these areas, actually learn the material, and can code very, very well, you'll have no problem with a math degree. Just do an internship.

If you don't finish your degree someone will eventually hold it over your head and ruin your day (go work somewhere else if you want a raise, wait... you can't!) When you get those 'why do I need a degree' feelings remember that it is not to get a job, it is to get a better job. For lack of better expression, certain people in industry will try to make you their bitch. You need the ability to walk away.

As far as learning, you are not paying to learn things, you are paying to be tested on things for which you receive a stamp of approval.