Choosing a Major

Asking a high school student to declare a major and plan a career path seems unreasonable. Research shows that more than 70% of college students change their major at least once. The following links provide a starting point for selecting a major and investigating a career path. If you would like a deeper analysis of your academic interests and options, please Contact Us.

• My Majors. A free online analysis to investigate potential majors
• What can I do with this Major. Connects majors and possible careers
• Occupational Outlook. A government site evaluating specific job prospects in the US
• College Board. Descriptions of the learning paths of majors and associated career options
• Vocation Information Center. Comprehensive site on vocational and technical jobs and more
• O*NET Online. A comprehensive database of worker attributes and job characteristics
• All About Careers. Information on careers and jobs for students aged 16-24
• Health Care Careers. Exploration of academic requirements for healthcare-related fields

Recommended Articles: 

• Major Decisions – The New York Times
• Four Steps in Choosing a major – The New York Times