Statistics show that students in the STEM field start their careers making a salary about 37% higher than their counterparts in arts and humanities. Moreover, those who graduated with STEM degrees make more than those who are merely working at STEM jobs. Thus, the value of a STEM degree cannot be overstated when discussing potential lifetime earnings.
STEM jobs are also often considered more prestigious. The reasons vary. It is widely accepted that STEM classes are difficult and require an uncommon level of dedication. Therefore, those with STEM degrees are thought of as intelligent, studious, hardworking and reliable.