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College Majors 2021 decoded

application strategy career options future planning Sep 21, 2021
Majors planning:
Some students are pretty clear where they see life going, while some are on the fringe. For your college apps, you will need to make a call on the major of choice. Invest the time in knowing what career will make you happy. You are better off telling schools one thing and then later changing your mind rather than staying completely open. Schools like decisive students. It's also ok to have more than one major in mind.  
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to choose a major:
https://zety.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-major  
  • Identify Interests, Values, Passions, and Abilities.
  • Consider the Future.
  • Choose the Right School.
  • Give Yourself Time.
  • Get Help.
  • Spot Any Disadvantages Before Choosing a Major.
  • Change Your Mind.
  • Do a Reality Check.
What is the best major to choose?
 
Top 10 College Majors 
https://www.princetonreview.com/college-advice/top-ten-college-majors  
  • Computer Science. ...
  • Communications. ...
  • Government/Political Science. ...
  • Business. ...
  • Economics. ...
  • English Language and Literature. ...
  • Psychology. ...
  • Nursing.
 
How do I decide between majors?
Here are a few tips on how to choose between two majors:
https://www.collegeraptor.com/find-colleges/articles/college-majors-minors/choose-two-college-majors/  
  • Consider Whether You Love or Hate The Subjects You Will Have To Study.
  • Visualize Yourself In That Career.
  • Think About Your Employment Options.
  • Ask Yourself What Kind Of Lifestyle You Wish To Lead.
  • Speak To People Who Have Already Chosen The Majors. 
 
Does it matter what major you choose? 
https://www.forbes.com/sites/ashleystahl/2015/08/12/six-reasons-why-your-college-major-doesnt-matter/  
Your degree is a prerequisite for the competitive workforce; the topic is irrelevant. It used to be important and special for someone to have a degree, and now it just stands as a prerequisite in the workforce. While your job will most likely require a Bachelor's degree, it probably won't matter what field it is in  

What are the most useful majors?
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/most-useful-majors  
Here is a list of the most useful college majors based on post-graduate employment and median annual wage as noted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics:
  • Biomedical engineering. ...
  • Computer science. ...
  • Marine engineering. ...
  • Pharmaceutical sciences. ...
  • Computer engineering. ...
  • Electrical engineering. ...
  • Finance. ...
  • Software engineering.
What majors make the most money?
https://www.road2college.com/majors-that-make-the-most-money/  
Top 10 Highest Paid Majors (Undergraduate)
  • Petroleum Engineering. Early Career Pay: $92,300. ...
  • Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Administration. ...
  • Mining and Mineral Engineering. ...
  • Chemical Engineering. ...
  • Electrical Engineering. ...
  • Computer Engineering. ...
  • Geological and Geophysical Engineering. ...
  • Drama and Theater Arts.
What is the easiest college major?
https://blog.prepscholar.com/easiest-majors-college-degrees 
The 14 Easiest Majors to Study in College
  • #1: Psychology. Psychology majors study the inner workings of the human psyche. ...
  • #2: Criminal Justice. ...
  • #3: English. ...
  • #4: Education. ...
  • #5: Social Work. ...
  • #6: Sociology. ...
  • #7: Communications. ...
  • #8: History.
What should I major in if I don't like anything?
https://cairn.edu/7-majors-students-dont-know-want-college/  
 Liberal Arts/Interdisciplinary Studies. If you have no idea what you want to do after graduation, a liberal arts or interdisciplinary studies major may be right for you.
 
What major is best for future?
https://www.bestcollegereviews.org/best-college-majors-for-the-future/  
The 10 Best College Majors For The Future
  • Physical Therapy.
  • Nursing. ...
  • Construction Management. ...
  • Electrical Engineering. ...
  • Medical Technology. ...
  • Medical Assistance. ...
  • Chemical Engineering. ...
  • Computer Information Systems. Computer majors are gaining in popularity and employment potential as well. ...
What are the most useless degrees? https://www.ownyourownfuture.com/most-useless-degrees/  
10 Most Useless Degrees In 2021
  • Fashion Design. ...
  • Tourism And Hospitality. ...
  • Communications. ...
  • Education. ...
  • Criminal Justice. ...
  • Creative Writing. ...
  • Theater Arts. ...
  • Computer Science. Computer science is one of the most perspective STEM disciplines, but it's becoming oversaturated.
What are some fun majors?
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/fun-majors  
30 fun majors
  • Fermentation sciences. Getting a Bachelor's Degree in Fermentation Sciences prepares you for a career in the brewing industry. ...
  • Pop culture. ...
  • Viticulture. ...
  • Auctioneering. ...
  • 5. Entertainment design. ...
  • Golf course management. ...
  • Costume Technology. ...
  • Professional scuba diving.
What is the most powerful degree?
https://www.topuniversities.com/student-info/choosing-university/10-best-degrees-graduate-2019  
  • Business Analysis. ...
  • Electrical Power Engineering. ...
  • Actuarial Mathematics. ...
  • Political Economy. ...
  • Operations Research. ...
  • Applied Economics and Management. ...
  • Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) ...
  • Petroleum Engineering. In the first place, and the top degree subject to graduate with this year is petroleum engineering.

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