Is there a consensus on the most 'worthless' college degree?

Hey everyone, hope you're all doing okay! I've been thinking a lot about what I want to study in college, and I keep hearing around that some degrees are not worth the investment. So, is there some sort of consensus on which college degree is considered the most 'worthless'? Don't want to be harsh, but just trying to make sure I make a good decision about my future. It'd be great if someone who knows about this could enlighten me! Thanks in advance.

Hello! It's a practical question, and there's definitely discourse about various degrees and their economic value immediately post-graduation. However, it's important to remember that the value or 'worth' of a degree can depend largely on the individual student and their specific career and life ambitions.

In terms of strictly monetary return-on-investment in the short term, some degrees may have less immediate job availability or lower initial salaries. Often, these might be found among the humanities, arts and social sciences. However, to label these as 'worthless' would be far from accurate. Many graduates from these programs often find fulfilling jobs within a few years of graduation and also develop critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills that are highly coveted in many areas of the professional world.

STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) tend to have high starting salaries and job availability directly out of college, but these degrees also come with their own challenges, such as rigorous coursework and a need for continual learning and adapting in fast-moving fields.

In the end, the 'worth' of a degree resides mostly in the ability to advance your personal career goals and intellectual interests. It's important to choose a field that aligns with your passions, ambitions, and abilities. While it's prudent to investigate potential career paths and job prospects associated with your degree of interest, you shouldn't solely base your decision on perceived economic outcomes.

Many people find success and fulfillment in careers that don't directly align with their college degree. You might study philosophy and end up running a successful business or study chemistry and find your way into finance. Many top CEOs hold degrees in humanities. For example, former Disney CEO Michael Eisner studied English and Theatre.

So, focus on finding something you love and are passionate about, while also considering how it might fit into your long-term career plans. You may want to look into various majors' curriculums, seek out internship experiences in areas you're curious about, and speak to professionals in your fields of interest to get a sense of what daily life in those professions looks like. It's your journey, so make sure you make the best choice for you.