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How to choose my major?
I am an upcoming college student and I am considering between economic major or computer science major. I don't know which one is better for me.
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Kathy’s Answer
Choosing a major is difficult! You can always go in undeclared, and then you can decide your major once you actually take some college courses to see what peaks your interest. I would recommend thinking about what's most important to you: is it getting a degree that makes the most money, or something you're passionate about? Ideally, it would be both, but that's not always the case. Watch Youtube videos, network with adults from different career fields, and do research. It's okay if you choose what you don't like because the average person switches their career 3 times!
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Kimberly’s Answer
Hello,
According to Dr. Stephen Covey, one of the habits of highly effective people is to "Begin with the end in mind" (The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People). In your situation, you should ask yourself what do you want to be when you grow up. Then, you should map out the steps to get there. I know this may be cliche, but where do you see yourself in 5 years? 10 years? 20 years? The major that is better for you is the one that helps you achieve your goals. College is a wonderful place to explore your interests and grow as a person. Unfortunately, it is also a place where you can lose your focus and stray from your intended path. By laying out a plan and following it through to completion, you will increase your chances of accomplishing your goals. I hope this helps. ---Kimberly S, RN
According to Dr. Stephen Covey, one of the habits of highly effective people is to "Begin with the end in mind" (The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People). In your situation, you should ask yourself what do you want to be when you grow up. Then, you should map out the steps to get there. I know this may be cliche, but where do you see yourself in 5 years? 10 years? 20 years? The major that is better for you is the one that helps you achieve your goals. College is a wonderful place to explore your interests and grow as a person. Unfortunately, it is also a place where you can lose your focus and stray from your intended path. By laying out a plan and following it through to completion, you will increase your chances of accomplishing your goals. I hope this helps. ---Kimberly S, RN
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Nicole’s Answer
Hi Un Ieng S. Choices, choices...:D
So the great news is you appear to be interested in two great options! I think the other piece of good news is as you do more research, you will learn which is better for you. You may also learn that there could be a way for you to do both! Scary I know... but I can share that even as an engineering student, one of my required course was an economics class...for engineers.
There are many areas in which both economics and computer science overlap...for example in mathematics and statistics. And of course there are many areas where they are very different, for instance if you have a desire to go deep into software design/coding vs economic policy.
You have so much to choose from which is great. Give yourself time to research and learn about what you like, don't like and what you do well. Consider your possible career path, like what you see yourself doing as an everyday job after you graduate from college, as well. Also doesn't hurt to review salary ranges for the path you lay out for yourself.
Best of luck to you on your journey.
So the great news is you appear to be interested in two great options! I think the other piece of good news is as you do more research, you will learn which is better for you. You may also learn that there could be a way for you to do both! Scary I know... but I can share that even as an engineering student, one of my required course was an economics class...for engineers.
There are many areas in which both economics and computer science overlap...for example in mathematics and statistics. And of course there are many areas where they are very different, for instance if you have a desire to go deep into software design/coding vs economic policy.
You have so much to choose from which is great. Give yourself time to research and learn about what you like, don't like and what you do well. Consider your possible career path, like what you see yourself doing as an everyday job after you graduate from college, as well. Also doesn't hurt to review salary ranges for the path you lay out for yourself.
Best of luck to you on your journey.
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Teresa’s Answer
Try taking a few intro classes to each of those majors and see which one you like more.
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Madisyn’s Answer
Hi Un Leng.
Both choices are interesting. I think what you can do is write down differing factors about both majors. This can include how interesting the classes sound, the amount of certifications you will need, the average salaries for each, etc. You can score each of the majors and whichever one has the higher score based on what you consider important may be the better option.
You also can double major in both if you really want to get experience in both fields.
Both choices are interesting. I think what you can do is write down differing factors about both majors. This can include how interesting the classes sound, the amount of certifications you will need, the average salaries for each, etc. You can score each of the majors and whichever one has the higher score based on what you consider important may be the better option.
You also can double major in both if you really want to get experience in both fields.
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Pamela’s Answer
Hi Un leng! Congratulations!!!
College can be exciting and confusing. Let see if we can help you figure out your path. Like the other advisors, you may want to conduct some more research. Even if you are attending school out of state, I would suggest that you visit local colleges in your town. Speak with professors, staff and students in each department. Ask for a tour, write down and ask ALL the questions you have and take notes. Perhaps you could observe a class or lab? You are trying to gather enough information to make an informed decision. As suggested in a previous post, research the incomes for both majors.
Once you have collected your research hopefully you will feel confident in your choice of major. I love to hear which path you chose to take.
Good Luck!!
College can be exciting and confusing. Let see if we can help you figure out your path. Like the other advisors, you may want to conduct some more research. Even if you are attending school out of state, I would suggest that you visit local colleges in your town. Speak with professors, staff and students in each department. Ask for a tour, write down and ask ALL the questions you have and take notes. Perhaps you could observe a class or lab? You are trying to gather enough information to make an informed decision. As suggested in a previous post, research the incomes for both majors.
Once you have collected your research hopefully you will feel confident in your choice of major. I love to hear which path you chose to take.
Good Luck!!