Top 10 Best College Majors

Monday, January 25, 2010 posted by Linn Hilrigel

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What is popular in the academic world? This may seem like an odd question to as, but when it comes to what is currently ‘in’ in college majors the answer can tell us a great deal. Mostly, it tells us about what positions are most likely to have openings in the future, as many times people will become involved in a degree with high demand.

But what are the most popular degrees? When looking at university statistics it is good to go with a reliable source. Every year The Princeton Review offers up their list of the ten most enrolled in courses of the new year. These are the most commonly graduated degrees as well, and if you match them up to the local want ads you will see a rather specific pattern: they always have positions open in both entry level and advanced fields.

They are also the more versatile, allowing the student to enter the field with a two year degree and work their way up from there, usually with an advanced degree later on. Since most will offer tuition reimbursement for those willing to move up in company, this is a great chance for you to get into school for the minimal cost.

Top 10 Best College Majors

  1. Business Administration and Management
  2. Psychology
  3. Nursing
  4. Biology / Biological Sciences
  5. Education
  6. English Language and Literature
  7. Economics
  8. Communications
  9. Political Science and Government
  10. Computer and Information Sciences

Each one of these fields is relevant in a number of concentrations. You can literally do anything with one of these careers, moving into the area of your choice. Now is a better time than ever to get started and get that job you have always dreamed of.