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May 5, 2026 · Industry Insights

Is AI Triggering the Third Major Decline in Computer Science Majors?

The article analyzes a historic drop of 8.1% in U.S. computer science enrollment for 2025‑26, linking it to AI‑driven job market shifts, past enrollment booms, and recent economic layoffs, while citing data from the National Student Clearinghouse, Washington Post and ACM reviews.