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While students consider
many things when they choose a college major, they certainly
factor into that decision the future employment prospects
and salary potential associated with various fields of
study. The National Association of Colleges and Employers
tracks the starting salaries of new graduates in particular
disciplines. Here’s a sampling of average starting
salaries for various college degrees:
- Chemical engineering: $51,853
- Electrical engineering: $49,946
- Computer science: $47,419
- Accounting: $40,546
- Information sciences: $39,718
- Marketing: $34,628
- History: $32,108
- English: $30,157
- Psychology: $27,454
Of course, starting salaries
don’t tell the whole story. You must think look
long term and consider other important factors, like career
satisfaction and whether you’re passionate about
a particular major.
Mt. SAC’s Career
Placement and
Advising
Center
can help you think through this important decision!
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