January 30, 2024
How a double major in college can protect future income
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Here’s one good reason for college students to consider a double major: It could soften the blow to their incomes from future economic slumps.
A new national study found that double majors had a substantial protection against earning shocks – an average of 56% - compared to those who had a single major.