College students are voting with their feet on AI. Goldman has the receipts
College students are shifting their academic focus away from majors with high AI disruption risk, such as computer science and statistics, and toward fields like healthcare and engineering. A Goldman Sachs analysis revealed a statistically significant drop in enrollment for AI-exposed majors starting in the 2025-26 academic year, with a corresponding increase in safer fields. This behavioral response appears to be occurring more rapidly than previous technological transitions, driven by students observing the impact of AI on entry-level jobs and internships. AI
IMPACT This shift indicates a growing awareness among students about AI's impact on the job market, potentially influencing future workforce skills and educational priorities.