help me decide betweeen these majors please?

Question

major in addiction
this is one of my top interest but salary isn't as I would like.

major in psychology
another one of my top interest but I doubt I will commit to pursuing a PhD. Ive heard you can't get very far with only a BA and though it is a liberal arts degree, it is almost worthless

major in accounting
There are many opportunities and high earning potential with this degree. I am very organized and work well with numbers but I'm not exactly sure just how hard the courses are (i.e. math courses).

or should I consider any other majors?

Answer 1

If it's between those three, definitely major in accounting. I think you hit the nail on the head when you described a degree in psychology as "worthless." Accounting majors are in high demand and not too many people major in it (or stick it out).

If your school offers it, you might also consider finance. The earning potential/opportunities are at least as good as accounting and may actually even be better when you consider that finance degrees aren't as specialized as accounting. Finance tends to have quite a few business classes intermingled thereby giving you a good business background as well. Most of my friends that got great jobs right of school were finance majors. Others, like myself (who majored in business management) decided that three years of law school would be a better option.

Plus, finance is WAY more interesting than accounting. Finance is all about projections. Accounting is about making sure the numbers go in the right place. There is a great deal more math required in finance, but that is what financial calculators are for...you simply need to know where to get the numbers to plug in. The math in accounting isn't too difficult, but the process of accounting is deathly boring. I'm not too big of a fan of either (personal preference), but if I was going to choose, it would be finance by a mile...at least you won't be bored two weeks in to your first class out of many in your major.

Answer 2

You might want to take the intro classes to these subjects to see if you even like them before deciding on your major. I thought I wanted to be a forensic psychologist. Then I took my first psych class and hated it. That led to a long list of various majors because people kept making me declare one. I say go undeclared and try out the intro courses or look at the textbooks your friends have for some of their classes. You might find that none of what you listed will interest you down the road. Also, keep in mind that when you are looking at future earning potential a high salary does not guarantee happiness. You can make all the money in the world, but if you hate your job, your life will suck.

Answer 3

C if ur main need is job stisfaction than the earning in it then u can go for major in psychology but if money matters more then the latter one. Well I sure wud like 2 find out a way which will fulfill both my interest plus the financial matters. Incase I dont have ne option thn i wud opt for my interest as if u like 2 work ion smethin thn do it whole heartedly otherwise u wont be justice to tht job

Answer 4

If you get a BS in pyschology you will have to further your education in order to become a counselor or a pysch. With a BS or BA in pyschology there are other opportunities, such as special education, mentoring, or you could teach elementary students.

If you get an accounting degree you will still have to meet the requirements to take the CPA exam in order to get licensed as a CPA.

If you are undecided about which major to choose, then visit a career office at a local community college or university, or do research online.

You should not choose a career based on money, but one that is based on something that you like to do.

Answer 5

Most students switch majors during their college careers. Depending on your university, you may not even have to declare a major your first year. Regardless, take core courses the first semester. Once you're in school you will meet people who will talk about their majors and may even get you interested in careers you never thought of. My daughter started out declaring a major in Marine Biology and ended up getting her BA (and MS) in Geology.

Answer 6

it isn't always about the money. it is about what you like the most and what you will be most happy with. I broke up with someone because with him it was all about the $. He didn't like the fact I was in a low paying job (education field) while he was an enginer making lots of it. Although he HATED his job and I love mine. I am happy not having expensive things and he is miserable. just ask yourself what will be most satisfying to you