Sup everyone, I'm gonna be a senior next year and I'm still unsure about what I want to major in, so I was hoping for some sort of perspective – what's the most popular college major out there right now?
Hello! It's quite a common concern to be unsure of your major heading into senior year, so don't feel alone. To your question: the most popular college major currently tends to vary based on the metric one uses. According to statistics that track the number of awarded degrees, Business is often the most popular undergraduate major in the US. It's a broad field that includes areas like Marketing, Management, Finance, and International Business.
Next on the list usually includes Health Professions (like Nursing, Pre-Med, and Exercise Science) due to the consistently high demand in the healthcare industry.
The Sciences (like Biology, Chemistry), Social Sciences (like Psychology, Sociology), and Humanities (like English, History), also have a significant number of students.
However, remember that the popularity of a major doesn't necessarily mean it's the best fit for you. Identifying the areas that you are passionate about and excel in intends to be a much better guide for selecting a major.
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