Certain college majors do not provide enough income for a comfortable retirement, especially with student loan debt

From Yahoo Finance: 2025-06-29 14:05:00

Going to college increases chances of financial success, but your major matters. A report shows 60% of majors won’t provide enough income for a comfortable retirement, especially with student loan debt. Certain STEM and business majors are more likely to earn enough. Starting income of $48,500 gives 50/50 chance of avoiding outliving savings.

Some majors like theatre, hospitality management, and psych/sociology have starting pays below $48,500. Even STEM majors like biology may not lead to a comfortable retirement. Being flexible and networking can help pivot to a more lucrative career. It’s never too late to change direction and develop new skills for a secure future.



Read more at Yahoo Finance: 7 College Majors That Cannot Afford a Comfortable Retirement