How many of you have finished college? If so, what's your major?

Question

That's something I wish I would have done.

I heard once that most of the peaple who finish college don't have a job related to their degree in college? Do you think this is true?

Answer 1

I finished college with two degrees:

B.S. Information Systems
B.A. Film and Digital Media

I graduated in 04 and am currently working as a web developer. This combines principles I learned in both of my degrees. However, none of these degrees were supposed to take me to web developer status. I still want to do things in film, but would only do so on my terms (I hate Hollywood). In the long run, I don't see myself as a web developer either.

So, I believe one gradually shifts into a career that either 1) the person is really passionate about and loves doing or 2) a career/job they tolerate because it pays the bills and supports their family. Also, it might not make sense/they might be scared to shift into a "new" career and start from scratch.

Also, I chose the major because I wanted to do things in IT. Other majors leave things wide open of what you can pursue. I find, from observing a lot of my friends who graduated in different areas, that people who graduated in a major in Engineering and Sciences (esp. health science/pre med types) tend to either get jobs within those fields or study further to get an advanced degree. This is typically because these areas of study require long term commitments and have harsh/extremely difficult "weeding out" classes that take away people who aren't really passionate about the subject.

That said, there are people who are passionate about the subject, but HATE their job within their subject so they switch careers. I believe that one ends up in the "right" career sooner or later regardless of the major. Some people happen to know what that "right" career is straight from the beginning and stick with it, most switch around till they are comfortable.

I mean, I heard that the average person switches careers 5 times. So that doesn't look like they eventually stick with what they studied in college.

One last point is that college is NOT the real world. If you excel at something in college, does not necessarily mean you will do well in that field in the "real" world. I personally think that college does NOT get you ready for the real world and is mostly disconnected from it. A degree does help you get into the door of most companies and employers though and helps out later in life. It also lets employer know that this person is a good enough worker in that s/he had the discipline to stick with a 4 year program.

Answer 2

I graduated with a degree in English. I own a small business, and don't use all of the things I learned from books, but am glad I finished my college education.

Here are some interesting facts:
"36% of incoming freshmen will graduate college in 5 years or less and get a job that required a degree...the objective of college...is to build a track record loaded with things that employers (or grad schools) are looking for...Nothing you will do in college will be more important than developing these traits and being able to demonstrate that you posses them..."

If you want to finish college, then finish college. People say, "But in a few years I will be (age)!" You will be that age anyway in a few years, so if higher education is important to you, then go for it!

Keep in mind, though, that education is important, but it isn't everything. Find work that provides real professional experience. Most of the reason someone gets a good job is not just because of their degree but their experience and communication skills. Good luck!

Answer 3

Well i haven't finished yet but I am currently going. My major is Middle School Education with Math and History.

Just a side Note: I am 26 years old, married and have 3 children under the age of 7. If I can do, you can do it.

I think that it depends on your major whether you get a job right away, In the area where I live they are begging for Math teachers.

Answer 4

I think I heard only 1 in 8 graduates have a job that is related to their major.

However, that's not the only reason for going to college. First, it broadens your experience. Second, it proves that you CAN learn. And third, it puts you in contact with others who are beneficial to you in every way.

Yes, I graduated. English major, French minor. I taught high school for five years, but I've been driving a truck (and working in relatated businesses) for a long time. I should have gone to trade school, probably. But I COULD do a lot of different jobs, with a minimum of training.

Answer 5

I am a Neuroscience major. 2 more years to go. I myself will probably go to business school after college.

It's true that many people don't do anything with their degrees, because they eventually find new and better areas of work after they leave school.

Sorry you haven't finished college, but it's never too late to get an education.

Answer 6

I have a Bachellor of Science in Chemical Engineering. Although not working in this field I have a pretty good job as a QA Manager for a pharmaceutical company.

Answer 7

Well I haven't finished college but I plan on getting a B.S. in nursing. And, well...there's really only one thing I can do with that! Being practical always pays off.

Answer 8

I have a bachelors degree in biology. I was intending on going pre-med but decided not to. I am now in xray tech school so I'm still staying in the medical field.

Answer 9

I've finished twice. I have a BA degree in education, and a MFA in Theatre.

I'm a college theatre professor.

Answer 10

Yes... but I kinda stuck to my mines... undergrad was Sociology... and grad was Urban Studies and now I'm a behavior therapist...

Lol.. guess I didn't really stick to it...but I'm in the same field

FyI .. its never too late to go back to school... a mine is a terrible thing to waste... no matter what color you are!!!