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Explore Tech Majors Before You Commit
Don't Waste $28,000+ on the Wrong Major — Explore First, Then Decide with Confidence
Most students pick Computer Science because it sounds impressive, without understanding how it differs from Data Science, Cybersecurity, IT, or other tech fields. Then they struggle with the wrong coursework or realize too late the career path doesn't fit.
These resources help you explore different tech majors before you commit — so you choose the right path the first time.
Created by Dr. Rose Shumba — 20+ years guiding 500+ students to the right tech major.
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Why Exploring Majors First Matters
The problem: Computer Science isn't the same as Data Science. Data Science isn't Cybersecurity. Each major has different math requirements, coursework, daily work, and career outcomes.
The cost of guessing wrong: $28,000+ wasted on a year of wrong courses, plus the emotional toll of starting over.
The solution: Explore what each major actually involves before you decide. See day-to-day coursework, understand career paths, and match them to your strengths.
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Your Exploration Resources
College Success Fit Agent™ (AI-Powered)Â
Discover your ideal computing major in just 3 minutes. Our AI-powered agent analyzes your strengths to reveal which tech path fits you best—CS, Cybersecurity, AI, Data Science, or IT—plus a personalized 60-day success plan. Avoid wasted tuition and major switches. Created by Dr. Rose Shumba, an award-winning professor featured in The New York Times.
Know Before You Enroll
Compare five key tech fields side-by-side
Detailed comparison of Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Data Analytics. See the coursework, math requirements, career paths, and salary ranges for each field.
Perfect for: Undecided students or parents helping teens compare options
Hands-On Tech Career Discovery
Test your fit through mini-projects
Try programming, cybersecurity, AI, and more through hands-on mini-projects and guided reflections. Discover what excites you—and what doesn't—before you invest in a 4-year degree.
Perfect for: Students who learn by doing and want to test their interest
The Tech Major Decision ChecklistÂ
Make the right decision with a proven framework
Stop second-guessing your major choice. This checklist evaluates Computer Science vs. Data Science vs. Cybersecurity vs. IT based on personality, skills, and market demand. Make the right decision the first time.
Perfect for: Final validation before committing to a major
Which Resource Should You Start With?
Know you want tech but unsure which field?
→ Use Know Before You Enroll to compare options
Want hands-on experience before deciding?
→ Try Hands-On Tech Career Discovery
Ready to make a final decision?
→ Get The Tech Major Decision Checklist for validation
Start Exploring Today
Every semester you wait to explore costs you time and potentially thousands in the wrong major. Take 20 minutes today to explore your options — make an informed decision instead of an expensive guess.
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