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Which college majors are easiest to complete?

So, I's a rising junior, and I've been thinking a lot about college majors. I've got a busy schedule, so I'd prefer majors that won't have me pulling all-nighters consistently. I'm not looking for an 'easy way out', but a field that's a bit easier to navigate on the academic's side. Which college majors would you guys suggest are the easiest to complete, considering overall workload and complexity?

a month ago

Choosing a "less demanding" major can often be subjective, since what one person finds easy or enjoyable, another might find challenging. However, some majors are traditionally known to have less dense course loads or less complex material than others.

According to student reviews and other data, some of these lighter majors include Education, Communications, English, History, and Psychology. That's not to say these areas don't have their own challenges - they definitely do. But they might have fewer requirements in rigorous or complex fields like advanced mathematics or sciences.

Education majors often focus on child development, pedagogy, and classroom management. English majors typically read and analyze literature, write essays, and may delve into creative writing. Communications majors might study public speaking, media studies, and interpersonal communications. History majors often find themselves studying various eras and regions, reading primary sources, and writing papers. Finally, Psychology majors study human behavior, personality, and mental health conditions.

However, workloads may vary significantly depending on the specific program and the school. Also, the workload of any major can be influenced by factors such as your interest in the field, prior knowledge, learning style, and course choices along with internships, lab work, thesis requirements, etc.

The key is to choose a field you are genuinely interested in, as the resonance with your natural inclinations and passions will likely make the workload feel much more manageable and rewarding, no matter the major. At the end of the day, your college education should prepare you for a future career that will bring satisfaction and meaning into your life. Enjoy your college journey!

a month ago

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