Why STEM degrees are losing their iron grip on employment security as Social Sciences gain momentum

Once hailed as gateways to secure employment, STEM degrees are now facing rising unemployment rates, with computer engineering at 7.5% and computer science at 6.1% (Federal Reserve Bank of New York, 2025). In contrast, liberal arts majors are showing greater job resilience. As AI transforms work dynamics, human-centric skills are increasingly redefining career readiness.