Should a Recession Affect the Major that a College Student Chooses?

Some careers maintain success and stability even during periods of recession and economic downturn. We explored whether a recession should impact what students were choosing as majors – and whether parents were encouraging their student into “safer” fields. We found that most college students choose to study what they are interested in rather than focusing on how “safe” their job future might be – and their parents generally support that decision.

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