CS degree or pivot: Combine tech with passion or switch now?

Published on 10/30/2025 Hiring & Talent Acquisition Insights

A 25-year-old is unhappy completing a CS degree but loves animals, helping people, and is interested in biology/law. The core opportunity lies in deciding whether to finish the CS degree for its stability and then pivot (potentially combining tech with passion fields like bioinformatics or legal tech), or to switch majors now to pursue something truly loved. While finishing CS offers a strong foundation and ROI, it's crucial to address underlying indecisiveness and realistically research desired new fields (e.g., lab work, passing the bar exam) before committing further time and money. Internships or volunteer work in target areas are recommended to gain practical insight.