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How do I narrow down my interests to help choose a major and ultimately, a career?

I love to learn and before this has not been an issue but now I am finding that it is making it incredibly difficult to make up my mind as to what path I should take as far as a college major and future career. I have so many interests that I feel like I am being pulled in many different directions. I like English, math, history, science, economics... the list goes on. How do I focus in on my interests and pick something that I'll enjoy doing? #undecided #many interests

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Rachel’s Answer

<span style="background-color: transparent;">Collegeboard.org is a great resource for this! I poured through the pages of universities all over the U.S. when I was a senior in high school. Collegeboard was my go-to site! They put all of the information in one place and it is very easy to use. They even have various filters you can apply to see only colleges that have programs you are interested. To determine academic rigor, look at the admissions requirements, G.P.A. of past admitted applicants, SAT/ACT scores, class rank etc. This will give you an idea of what scores and grades you need to be accepted. However, don't be discouraged your application will be reviewed based on the full picture! College-board will help you get an idea of what is most important to the specific school you are applying to.</span>


This professional recommends the following next steps:

  • <span style="background-color: transparent;">Chat with your Guidance Counselor</span>
  • <span style="background-color: transparent;">Create a Collegeboard.org account</span>
  • <span style="background-color: transparent;">Start using CollegeBoard as a resource to look up schools.</span>
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Jackie’s Answer

Hi, Sofia. Rachel's answer is great!

Honestly, I'm more concerned with what you want to DO for the hours your at work.

If you haven't done so, I recommend completing a career interest assessment to find careers that match your interests. With your results, you usually get a list of careers that match how you answered the questions.

If your school doesn't offer any career interest assessments for free, I've included some links for you here:

Careeronestop.org/ExploreCareers/Assessments/self-assessments.aspx

Mynextmove.org/explore/ip

Humanmetrics.com

Exploring your interests in college is part of the college experience. Allow yourself time to explore your interests in college so you can have new experiences. Sometimes you need to "try out' several careers before you decide (and you'll change your mind along the way - which is ok!). Volunteer, get part-time jobs, do internships, work on projects, etc.

Keep in mind that there may be multiple majors that worked get you to a career path, and there are many careers you can do with certain majors. Overall, remember that it will be ok! Best of luck!

Jackie Gill, M.A.
Faculty Counselor
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL
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