Is it worth noting that some of the degrees commonly used for this trope can actually be highly lucrative, such as Mathematics or Physics, both of which are seen as esoteric but actually ensure great job opportunities? In fact Underwater Basket Weaving might even fall under that category, apparently some crafts experts make a lot of money selling those kinds of items, although there probably isn't room for too many people to break into that business.

This troper's mother (and her mother before her) referred to this exact trope as a "Degree in Nosepick." Any backing out there for a title change? Or at least an alternate title?

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