Are there college degrees that people often regret pursuing?

Hey guys, so I just came across a stat about the 'most regretted college degrees' and it kinda sent me into a spiral. Is there really such a thing? I mean, I planned on choosing a degree based on my interests but now I'm a bit freaked out.

While it's true that there are plenty of surveys and articles out there that attempt to list the "most regretted" college degrees, I would advise taking these with a grain of salt. Often, these lists are based on factors such as average starting salary or job placement rates right after graduation, and not necessarily how satisfied someone is with their degree in the long run.

The decision of what to study in college should be a balance between your passions and practical considerations, such as the job market and your future financial situation. If you love what you do, you're more likely to be committed and excel in your chosen field, and this will help you stand out in the job market.

One thing we see quite often is that many people regret not having considered the career options associated with their degree more thoroughly before committing to it. For example, a student might love studying literature, but may regret that decision if they didn't consider beforehand that they aren't interested in the most common career paths for literature majors, such as teaching or writing.

Our advice is to spend some time researching and introspecting before you make your decision. Consider:

- The skills you'll gain from the degree, and how transferable they are to different industries

- The variety of jobs graduates with that degree tend to get

- How those jobs align with your lifestyle and long-term career goals

- The job market demand for that degree

More than anything, try to choose a degree that will leave you with a variety of options after graduation. That way, even if you decide you're not interested in the most common career path for majors in your field, you'll still have other opportunities open to you.

Remember, while the college degree is important, there are many other factors that affect career success such as: networking, ongoing learning, soft skills and more. So even if you eventually discover that your degree isn't directly relevant to your career, that doesn't mean you've failed or wasted your time.