Explore Majors
Wondering "What can I do with this major?"
Although your major is only one part of your life experience, choosing a major that captures your interests and expresses your values is an important part of planning your education in college. These links provide examples of careers commonly related to majors, as well as examples of typical employers, related careers, and employment options. Other interests and experiences such as serendeptity will affect your career choices.
- Major Web-Links at Northern Illinois University
- The Career Zone links interest patterns to thousands of options
- What Can I Do With a Major from UNC at Wilmington
- Pick up What Can I Do....handouts at the Career Center or view the same information online from the University of Tennessee
Still confused about which major is right for you?
- Talk to your adviser about majors that would fit your interests.
- Come to the Major Fair Tuesday, February 9 -4:15 to 6 p.m. in the Coleman Center lobby
- Why? to meet faculty reps from all departments, learn more about minors and special programs like the Garfield Society and Entrepreneurship minor
- Drop into the Career Center to talk to a counselor about the right major for you.
- Use vocational tests from Learn About Yourself on the menu to get more ideas.
Thinking about majors and careers in the liberal arts?
Major Decisions from Penn State explores the relationship between liberal arts majors and careers.