Most College Graduates Wish They Majored in Something Different
- Older generations would choose pursuing their passions
- Some 80% of degree holders say school was worth the investment
A graduating student wears a money lei, a necklace made of dollar bills, at a college graduation ceremony, in Pasadena, California.
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Three out of five college graduates say they should have majored in something different and would go back and change their field of study if they could, according to a survey by Bestcolleges.com. Why they want a change depends on their age.
About a third of dissatisfied folks ages 24-39 said they should have focused on subjects that improved their job opportunities. Meanwhile, older generations lamented not pursuing their passion.