Is it possible to get a computer-orientated job with a psych degree? I’m considering this field now since I know this field is very high in demand.
If you don’t have the background, training, and skills to perform a job, it’s unlikely you’ll be hired for it. But it’s certainly possible to have these skills independent of a specific college major - especially later in a career.
What type of “computer-orientated” (sic) job are you looking for?
Do you have a background and demonstrable experience in programming, algorithm design, SDLC, etc. that a software engineer, developer, etc., would need? If so, then your college degree wouldn’t matter much. But most entry-level folks get these experiences and knowledge through their undergraduate degree.
Data entry and similar jobs have lower skill/experience requirements but those aren’t the type of computer-related jobs with large growth potential.
Program management and similar roles in the industry are often filled by students with different majors. My firm recruits engineers from highly regarded schools - hiring talent that can later be taught specific skills - for analyst/PMO/etc. roles
(Fwiw, I worked for one of the world’s largest technology consulting firms. One of the best Partners I ever worked for had an undergraduate degree in History - so it’s possible.)
Some highly motivated people without CS degrees self-educate enough CS to be able to do jobs that normally hire people with CS degrees.
But these are exceptional people; for most people, the structure and assistance of instructors that one has while studying CS at a college is the best way for them to learn the needed CS to go into those jobs.
If you are a student part way through college in a different major, consider taking at least the introductory CS courses to give you a foundation for future self-education.
A psych degree does not typically require taking CS classes, so it isn’t like companies in need of CS workers are going to see you as a strong candidate.
However my advice is more general, it is to spend some time thinking about what you really want rather than jumping at the next thing that comes to mind. Two weeks ago you were thinking a a Masters degree and then law school http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/gap-year/2194317-masters-degree-then-law-school-for-jd.html and at the beginning of August it was Physical Therapy school http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/college-life/2192812-entering-pt-school-with-a-masters-degree.html