Tech is Booming—But What Should You Major In?


Explore the Degrees Behind the Digital World (and the Jobs That Follow)

⚙️ The Technology Field Is More Than Just “Computer Science”

Today’s tech industry is massive—and growing. It includes:

  • Software & App Development

  • Cybersecurity

  • IT Systems & Networks

  • Data Science & AI

  • Game Design & Development

  • Cloud Computing

If your student is curious about how digital systems work—or how to build them—there’s likely a tech major that fits.

✅ Top Technology Majors in 2025 (And Why They Matter)

1. Computer Science
💡 Build software, apps, games, and backend systems
📈 Growth: +25% | 💰 Avg Salary: $120,000+
🎯 Ideal for: Strong coders, logic-driven thinkers

2. Cybersecurity
🛡️ Protect networks and systems from cyber threats
📈 Growth: +32% | 💰 Avg Salary: $112,000
🎯 Ideal for: Investigative minds, ethical hackers

3. Data Science / Analytics
📊 Use data to make predictions and inform decisions
📈 Growth: +35% | 💰 Avg Salary: $100,000
🎯 Ideal for: Statistically minded students, Excel wizards, AI-curious teens

4. Information Technology (IT)
🖥️ Manage hardware, software, and support systems
📈 Growth: +15% | 💰 Avg Salary: $88,000
🎯 Ideal for: Hands-on learners, practical problem solvers

5. Game Design / Interactive Media
🎮 Create game engines, mechanics, and immersive experiences
📈 Growth: +8% | 💰 Avg Salary: $80,000
🎯 Ideal for: Creative coders, artists who love tech

🔍 How to Choose the Right Tech Major

  • What aspect of technology excites your student—building, protecting, analyzing, or managing?

  • Do they enjoy coding or prefer a more hands-on IT or UX role?

  • Is grad school required for their field of interest?

  • Which colleges specialize in the subfield they want?

College Refocus helps families sort through the jargon and align goals with programs.

💬 What Families Say

“We didn’t realize cybersecurity was its own major. That completely changed our college list.”
— Simpsonville, SC

🛠️ How College Refocus Supports Tech Students

✅ Interest + skills matching to specific majors
✅ College list building for tech-focused programs
✅ Résumé and project help for application strength
✅ Coding bootcamp or internship recommendations (even in high school)
✅ Clear application strategy for STEM/tech schools

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