I have been thinking about either going into a medical field for college, or going into music... Music is my number one passion (I play piano, guitar, sing, and write songs), but the only problem is that I have heard that it can be hard to make enough money off of it. This would be my first pick, if it wasn't for the money problem. That is where the medical field comes in. I am also interested in this major. I am so confused... what would you do? Follow your passion, or make alot of money? 

I have the same issue. I am choral singer and theatre performer, but my brother recieved his degree in Theatre Arts at least five years ago and is just starting to get okay money. I intend on starting a life - family and stuff - when I'm at least 25. So, i figured I'd go into the medical field - dermatology or pediatrics, but recently I've began having doubts about if I'd be happy in that. It is interesting, no doubt, but when I hear music I'm just inspired.

What I'm thinking of doing, is majoring in Med and minoring in the Arts. I've also been looking into other careers that make good money quickly that complement my creative side, but so far it's been hard.

Follow your dreams!  I know that's cliche, but it's really true.  Music is one of the few things that can touch the soul.  If you really need the money, try busking (playing on the street for money, you may need a permit), giving music lessons, accompanying people, and of course performing.

i have the saaammmee problem. i'm just a junior but i feel like i'm battling within myself with whether I should go with what my heart tells me to do, which would probably be the right thing; or secure my future with a good major that would provide that for me.

I am in the exact same boat as you. Unfortunately I also have a few more minor interests that are completely unrelated.

If it helps you here is my story thus far. Throughout high school I was completely involved in all things music and theatre, I also wanted to be a doctor. I applied for the pre-med program and was enrolled for the entire summer leading up to my freshman year of college. Within the first week I changed my class schedule 3 times and my major 5. Right now I am in social work with a theatre and music therapy interest. Unfortunately I am still viewing all the other options as something else I would like to do. It is and will always be a struggle until you find that one job that fits you perfectly.

Right now I have decided upon persuing a Physicians Assistant position or even Specialized Nursing to have both pay and freetime to spend with family and doing the things I love.

I still find myself worrying about money issues as well, but when it comes down to it, one can easily survive on minimum wage or less if they are willing and innovative.

Best of luck, its a hard choice.

Following my dreams has not gotten me anywhere financially....go for medical.

I would go with the medical field.

It's more of a dependable job, and you can make aroun 600$ +/ week on beginners pay.

Depending what part you are going into.

You could still do Music  as a side thing, and if it really takes off  then you could give a two week

notice and quit.

Then if it starts getting hard because you can"t do music anymore

you will always have that medical education that you can go back to.

Hi musicalgirl16, consider music therapy, it allows you to utilize your passion in all your music talents and it also allows you to work in the medical field. If you are talented and music is a passion do not give that up. Healthcare needs music therapist.

hey i say do them both because you can always major in biomedical sciences or something and then minor in music then u get to have the cake and eat it to. besides there are not that many jobs in music so you can do it for fun and make medical stuff be your bread winner

no music doesnt make lots of money at least not for a while. im a music major and what i decided to do is do like an internship for a job that i dont need school for that way u dont have the stress of doin a double major and personally i will always say that music is like the best thing in the world. what field of music do you actually want to get into b/c this plays a big role in this decison.

oh and the "follow your heart/dreams" idea is def not the best advice. yes do something that you enjoy cuz u're gonna be doin it for a while but think about it alot