Why Picking the Wrong Major Is Like Buying a Designer Bag for a Toddler

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I’m about to ruffle some feathers in the “college counseling industrial complex.”
Like, “might need to start using an alias” levels of ruffling.

But someone’s gotta tell you the truth about how most college counselors are steering families wrong when it comes to choosing a major.

Here’s the truth:

If your kid hasn’t chosen their major yet—or worse, keeps changing their mind—you’re on a fast track to financial heartbreak.

Because their "just pick something and see" advice?
It’s like buying a designer bag for a toddler: It sounds cute at first, but it’s wildly impractical, costs a fortune, and will 100% get trashed by the end of the day.

Your College Counselor Won’t Tell You This…

Every year, families sit down with their high school or college counselor, hoping for clarity about their kid’s future. And every year, they walk away with some version of the same advice:

“Don’t stress. Just let them explore their interests and figure it out as they go.”

Translation?

“Good luck wasting thousands of dollars on random classes while your kid ‘finds themselves.’”

Here’s what they’re not telling you:

Every time your kid changes their major, it costs you $50,000.

Why? Because all those extra semesters, wasted credits, and “figuring it out” phases add up fast.

And guess what? The counselor’s job isn’t to save you money—it’s to keep your kid enrolled as long as possible.

The Real Problem With Majors? No One Explains Them.

Here’s the dirty little secret: Most students (and let’s be honest, most parents) have no idea what a college major actually does.

It’s not just a subject they’re studying for four years. It’s the foundation for:

• The internships they’ll qualify for.

• The jobs they’ll apply to.

• The life they’ll build after graduation.

But instead of treating majors like the life-altering decisions they are, most counselors reduce them to vibes.

“Oh, you like art? Major in fine arts!”
“You’re good at science? Try biology!”
“Can’t decide? Just pick something and see how you feel!”

Yikes.

That’s like picking a car by saying, “I like the color red!” without checking if it even has an engine.

The $300,000 Guessing Game

Let’s do some math:

• The average cost of a four-year degree is $100,000–$300,000.

• Every extra semester costs an additional $25,000–$50,000.

• The emotional cost of your kid calling you in tears because they regret their major? PRICELESS.

And don’t get me started on the “gap year to explore my options” trend. (Translation: Your retirement fund becomes a glorified piggy bank for your kid’s self-discovery tour.)

Why Most Majors Are Like Expired Coupons

Here’s another truth that’ll sting: Some majors are basically useless.

I know, I know. That sounds harsh. But hear me out.

If your kid’s major doesn’t:

1. Teach them in-demand skills,

2. Lead to internships that matter, or

3. Actually connect to jobs they’ll enjoy,

…it’s a glorified hobby.

And while hobbies are great, you shouldn’t be dropping six figures on one.

Majors like “General Studies” or “Undecided” might as well come with a “Welcome Back to Your Parents’ Basement” starter pack.

Meanwhile, your kid’s counselor is saying, “Don’t worry, it’ll all work out!”

Spoiler alert: It doesn’t.

What Actually Impresses Employers?

Here’s what no one tells you: Employers don’t care about the title of your kid’s major nearly as much as they care about:

• The skills they’ve built.

• The internships they’ve had.

• The professional network they’ve created.

A kid with a “boring” major like accounting but killer internships and glowing recommendations? Hired.

A kid with a “cool” major like film studies but no experience or direction? Unemployed.

How to Avoid the Major Trap

So, how do you avoid turning your retirement account into Monopoly money?

Three steps:

1. Start With Interests AND Skills
   It’s not just about what your kid loves doing—it’s about what they’re good at and what’s marketable.
   

2. Map Out Career Paths Early
   Don’t wait until junior year to think about jobs. Research what careers align with potential majors before they pick one.
   

3. Test the Waters
   Encourage your kid to shadow professionals, take internships, or even just talk to people in fields they’re interested in. Real-world experience beats guesswork every time.
   

Why Your College Counselor Hates Me

Here’s the thing: I’m not here to give you vague, feel-good advice about “letting your kid explore.” That’s what every other counselor is doing.

I’m here to give you results.

That’s why I created Major Mojo™.

It’s a system designed to help students:

• Discover what they actually want (and don’t want).

• Match their interests to real-world careers.

• Land internships that matter (hello, job offers before graduation).

No fluff. No guesswork. Just clarity.

👉 Click here to learn more about Major Mojo™.

Because your retirement fund deserves better than paying for a “finding myself” decade.

P.S. Already on Major #2 (or 3)? Don’t panic. There’s still time to course-correct. Click here to get started.

P.P.S. To all the college counselors who are about to send me angry emails, I said what I said. Your “just pick something and see” advice is costing families a fortune. Fight me. 😎