Okay! There are always exceptions.
Again - if one compares the startin salaries and number of job offers for graduates, engineering, physics, math, and accounting are the top majors.
I think people should study what they like, first and foremost. And not go into something just for the money. BUT, if one chooses to study basket weaving, they need to realize that 1) they may not make the money other graduates get and 2) they may not have the job offers and advancement of other majors.
I’m sure there’s lot of people happy with their BA degree. But I’ve met lots of others that were teaching because they couldn’t get any other job. They hated it - and were lousy at it to boot. Foresight and taking responsiblity for one’s choices are the key.
***I think people should study what they like, first and foremost. And not go into something just for the money.***
Agreed. I’m not money motivated but love a challenging project and meeting people. Originally I started with a Pol.Sci degree, but enjoyed the International arena and chose to focus on Central Europe and CIS. My academic advisor gave me the best advice in that he strongly encouraged me to take some business and technology classes as electives. So, I have actually worked in the corporate and non-profit environments but still use my area of study. Love it.