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Most popular college major among millionaires?

Hello everyone, I've come across some articles suggesting that certain majors lead to greater wealth. Curious to know, what's the most popular degree among millionaires? I'm all for following my interests, but I wouldn't mind pursuing something that could potentially beef up my bank account too. Cheers!

9 months ago

Hello! It's always a thoughtful idea to align your academic pursuits with your future financial goals. However, remember that a degree is just a starting point and your individual skills, work ethic, and passion will be significant factors in your success.

As for the most popular major among millionaires, according to studies, the most common major is Engineering. A degree in this field opens the doorway to high-paying sectors like technology or oil and gas. Business/Economics also ranks quite high since these disciplines teach one how to operate and understand the financial aspects of a business or an economy - skills that come in handy when starting or managing a company.

Other popular majors among millionaires include Law, Computer Science, and Medicine. Each of these fields can lead to lucrative careers, but they also require a lot of discipline and dedication.

But remember, people become millionaires in every field and career imaginable. While salaries might be higher on average in the fields listed above, there are always outliers in every field. Your potential to become wealthy often has more to do with your skills and how you apply them rather than what you studied in college. Keep your interests, passion, and long-term goals in focus when making your decision.

9 months ago

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