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This article was co-authored by Alexander Ruiz, M.Ed. and wikiHow staff writer Dan Hickey. Alexander Ruiz is an educational consultant and director of education at Link Educational Institute, a tutoring company based in Claremont, California, that offers customized educational plans, subject and test tutoring, and college application counseling. With over a decade and a half of experience in the education industry, Alexander coaches students to increase their self-awareness and emotional intelligence while achieving skills and the goal of achieving skills and higher education. He holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Florida International University and a master’s degree in education from Georgia Southern University. There are 11 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of all facts cited and confirming the authority of its sources.
If you find yourself asking “Why didn’t I major in computer science?!” then you might just regret your studies. You’re definitely not alone, but more importantly, you’re definitely not doomed to do a job you don’t love. In this article, we’ll describe how to change courses (even if you can’t change majors) so you can still build your ideal career with the expert advice of educational consultant Alexander Ruiz, M.Ed. Plus, we’ll explore why so many people regret studying and provide real-life perspectives.
If you’re a student, take electives outside of your major and look for internships or part-time jobs in your desired field to gain experience. If you’ve graduated, take online courses in your field of interest or look for jobs where your skills are transferable. In both cases, there are plenty of jobs!
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