Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
With college costs continually rising, many students don’t want to waste time or money on a career path that doesn’t offer a high return on investment. Some college graduates may choose to pursue a graduate or professional degree in order to raise their income potentials, but others would prefer to start earning good money after…
In articles about increasing student loan debt, graduates with liberal arts degrees are criticized for not picking a more practical major. For many poor and middle-class students, liberal arts degrees seem like a frivolous path because they don’t connect directly to specific careers. With rising college costs and higher expectations from entry-level employers, a liberal…
Choosing a college major isn’t easy for everyone. There are a lot of choices, and conflicting information about the opportunities afforded graduates in each program. Adding to the confusion is the fact that most students don’t have the work experience or guidance to understand what concentrations would be a good match. Since you can’t see…
Many students think of college as a huge and risky investment because schools can’t guarantee a good job upon graduation despite the huge sticker price. Deciding on the right major is crucial because the wrong decision can result in financial hardship and career dissatisfaction. One strategy to help you identify the best major and maximize…
Because choosing a major is so difficult, it’s tempting to take shortcuts. A good friend majors in psychology? Maybe that means it’s right for you. Your parents are both doctors? Maybe you should be a pre-med major. Although these are common scenarios for college students, they demonstrate bad decision making. Some common, but very wrong…