Heyo, as I'm browsing through all these potential majors I can't help but wonder, are there any 'easily manageable' degrees that still pay well after graduation? Sorry if it sounds a bit wishful, but I'd love to strike a balance if that's at all possible! Thanks, everyone!
Hello!
What is considered 'easily manageable' depends a lot on your personal strengths and interests. If you're naturally good at something or passionate about a subject, it will likely feel easier for you than others.
That being said, some degrees known for having a more manageable workload and decent pay post-graduation include:
1. Management Information Systems (MIS): This combines business and technology, which are both in-demand fields. Median salaries for graduates can range from $60,000 to $80,000.
2. Business Administration/Management: This is a flexible degree often seen as less intense than some others. It doesn't necessarily mean you'll find the coursework easy, but many students manage this degree well along with extracurricular activities. The average starting salary for business majors is around $57,000, but can grow significantly over time and with experience.
3. Nursing: While it can be rigorous, the prescribed nature of a nursing degree (where the coursework is mainly determined for you) can make it seem manageable. Registered nurses can make a starting salary of around $70,000 straight from college.
4. Human Resources: A degree in human resources is usually known for being manageable and can earn around $60,000 to $70,000 upon graduation.
5. Communications: It's often seen as less demanding than some other humanities and social science degrees. The average salary depends significantly on field and location, but hovers around $50,000 to $60,000 at the start.
Remember that your future income will depend a lot on the field you go into and the specific job you get within that field, how good you are at it, where you live, and various other factors. The most important thing about picking a major is to choose a field of study that you're genuinely interested in and can see yourself building a career around, rather than choosing based only on potential income.
Good luck on your college journey!
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