If you are looking forward to starting college next fall but have not selected a major yet, you are probably feeling some pressure to commit. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
Being Undecided Isn’t the End of the World
In fact, many courses you take while undecided can still count toward your eventual degree. However, if you fall into the 30% of students who switch their major partway through college, you may end up with a lot of specific credits that don’t transfer to your new major.
College Major and Career Are Not Synonyms
Only about 1 in 4 college graduates end up working in a field that matches up to their degree. Many employers just want to know that you went to school. Only a select few careers require that you have a particular undergraduate major (such as teaching or nursing).
College Research May Help You Decide
Just as knowing your major can help you select a school, it can work in the reverse. If you know what schools you want to apply to, you can find a major that they specialize in or have a good program for. Thus, research on the schools themselves can help you to make a decision.
Get the College Admissions Help You Need
College Planning Source is here to help students and families. Call 858.676.0700 today, or you can request a complimentary assessment over Zoom via our website. We look forward to helping you plan your college experience.
