Career questions tagged college-major
During their college education, students must declare a major or a focus area of study. Choosing a college major can be difficult if you are unsure about what you are passionate in. It is common for students to change their majors more than once throughout the... Read more Show less
Between NUS and IIT which college and major are right for me?
I am a high school graduate who is currently deliberating between nus (national University of Singapore), bachelor in Biomedical Engineering and iit (Indian institute of technology), bachelor in medical science and engineering. I understand both are premier institutions and thus have trouble choosing. I'd like to know which has greater scope in the future, is there a necessity to pursue postgraduate in either, and which curriculum out of the two covers skills that employers are looking for. For reference I've attached a summary of both courses' curriculum below: IITM Medical Sciences and technology: • Foundational Sciences: Human anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology. • Engineering Tools: Signals and systems, fluid mechanics, biomaterials, and biomechanics. • Data & Tech: Artificial intelligence, machine learning, medical imaging, and healthcare data analytics. • Clinical Training: Mandatory hospital internships and hands-on clinical rotations. • Capstoning: Multi-disciplinary medical device design and drug discovery projects NUS Biomedical engineering: • An engineering foundation with specialized medical science and data literacy. • A common design and engineering core covering Python, machine learning, and mathematics • Transitions into major-specific courses like quantitative physiology, biomechanics, signal processing, and medical imaging. • A capstone design project and industry internship • Unrestricted electives for specialized tracks like tissue engineering or robotics. My own interests lie in the integration of biology and engineering, and their application in the real world, whether in industry on in research. So both courses are interesting to me personally. However i'm not sure how they fare in global job market. Thank you for your time.
Is majoring in Anthropology a good idea? Will I have a future in it??
I am planning on majoring in Anthropology. I have a fear that it is not the best due to how hard it is to get jobs after college. I really love the subject but am scared for my future with a degree in Anthro.
What can you do with the college minor Can you use your college minor to get a licensed profession? ?
What is the purpose of a college minor? What can you do with the college minor? Can you use your college minor to get a licensed profession? I'm an incoming college freshmen, I currently major in Pre-Nursing, but I don't know if I want to pursue it yet. Back in high school, I wanted to major in accounting, but I want to make sure I actually like accounting before I actually commit to accounting. So, I was thinking of minoring in accounting. I also doesn't want to spend extra years in university, so I want to make sure I change to the major I wanted to pursue in as soon as possible. Please help me out!
AP Exam Score Relevance for Architecture Major?
Hi, my name Sanvhi and I am planning to major in architecture. I am currently a junior and my dream school is University of Pennsylvania. I have listed the AP's I have taken with the score I have received, and the ones I plan to take. All the following AP's I hope to get a 5 on, but if I were to get a 4 on any, they would most likely be APUSH, both AP English's, and possibly Calculus AB or BC. I plan to put majority of my focus on AP Physics 2 and Research to show growth from a 4 in AP Physics 1 and Seminar to a 5 in those, as well as AP 3D Studio, Art History, and Calculus. AP World History Modern: 4 AP Microeconomics: 5 AP Precalculus: 5 AP Macroeconomics: 4 AP Seminar: 4 AP Physics 1: 4 AP Art History: AP Research: AP Calculus: AP English Language: AP Physics 2: AP 3D Studio Art: APUSH: AP Calculus BC: AP English Literature: Other than my exam scores, I have been doing research outside of school on architecture and domestic violence and plan to publish it, founder of the Engineering Club (integrated the Society of Woman Engineers program in it), applied for a SWE award (hopefully a recipient) and to be a SWE Influencer, applying for the Scholastic Art award and other architecture contest, SGA president for 3 years, and a youth ambassador for a domestic violence nonprofit working for university outreach. I have not taken the SAT yet, but plan to try my best to get around a 1500. I know nothing is set in stone and things can change with my results in contests, real SAT score, and more, but I was just wondering how important my AP scores would be for UPENN. Again I know there's no definite answer but I just wanted some others opinions! Thank you!!
What made you choose psychology or psychiatry over the other ?
I’m planning to start college next year at the age of 28 to become a child psychiatrist or psychologist after working in childcare with children who had high trauma for three years. Was curious on how you stuck out the long education? How hard was it to afford financially? Also, how do you handle your mental health while also handling others? I struggle with my own battles and wanted to know how possible it would be for someone who has a diagnoses to also provide therapy and medication for others? Can you also give me pros and cons for each job? I did use chat gpt for advice, but I still need a professional opinion because I have to know if I’m pre-med or not. Overall my question is, does the additional investment in becoming a psychiatrist produce a sufficiently better financial return?
Is Nuclear Neuroradiologist a real career path I can take?
I've been on a long journey trying to find a career I want to pursue, and this one sounds very promising to me. However, the only problem is that I can't find any real information about it besides AI overviews. I'm starting to believe this isn't a viable option to consider. If anyone has real information about this career, please let me know! I would greatly appreciate it.
Conflicted on whether i should do classics at a good university or finance and accounting at mid university ?
Im resitting my alevels in math and economics, with classics as a new alevel, i previously failed physics, honestly i would really enjoy classics but it clashes with expectations, its unconventional to my parents, who’s approval i would need to gain, but F&A is vocational and straightforward, but i would only apply to mid tier Russel groups, compared to applying to classics at ucl, kcl- even though i am a resit student. Any advice?
7th grade Career TIPS
Does anyone have anything recommended that helped them a lot that I should do or join for my passion, neurosurgery? Anything else that can impress the Medical admission officers? I'm planning to graduate College at the ends of Highschool with a Bachelor's Degree of neuroscience by doing College Credits in 7th grade. I'm in 7th grade as of right now. I also recently took a test called the NNAT3, and scored a 143, planning to join MENSA. Thank you! #medical doctor #doctor #neuroscience #neurologist #neurosurgeon #neurosurgery #biomedical #medical-education #accounting #finance #nurse #registered-nurse #nursing-education #pediatric-nursing #nursing #nurse-practitioner #surgeon #oral-surgery #neurosurgery #general-surgery #teacher #teacher-training #highschoolsenior #highschool-advice #middleschool #middleschoolstudent #giftedandtalented
MIS or Supply Chain? Struggling with degree.
Hi! I am a senior at Metro State University and will be graduating in Spring 2027 with a Bachelor's in Management Information Systems, but I have been considering switching my major to Supply Chain. I am already very deep into my current major and am unsure whether MIS will offer strong career opportunities after graduation. I have been unable to find an internship, and as a first-generation student, I am feeling anxious about my future and career prospects. I would love to hear any advice you might have, and I'd also like to know what career opportunities are typically available for MIS graduates.
How can I pivot to a Master's in Bioinformatics if I failed high school Physics and must take a non-science Bachelor's degree?
I am an international student thinking of studying in Vietnam for my undergraduate degree, with the ultimate goal of pursuing a Master's in Bioinformatics later. My high school subject combination includes English, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Education, Artificial Intelligence, and Physics, but I completely failed my Physics exam. Because of this failure, traditional science and biotechnology undergraduate paths are entirely closed to me, even though my final high school certificate will officially show an overall passing status. I need to know which undergraduate courses are possible for me to take that completely bypass high school physics and core science eligibility requirements. Specifically, is it possible to switch from a non-science undergraduate major—like Information Technology or Computer Applications—into a computational biology or bioinformatics postgraduate program down the line, and how graduate admissions in Vietnam view a tech major who has high school biology credits but a failed physics grade?
How can you best find internships, jobs, networking opportunities and etc in college Is it mainly by asking your professors and other staff members?
Wow, it has been way too long since I've used this. Well, here are some updates about myself: I'm sixteen now, I just finished 10th grade at JD Clement Early College, and I've decided that I want to major in English and minor in journalism. I actually joined Hillside's theatre department and jazz band (playing the guitar), and I was second-cast (behind a senior) for a main role in Seussical: the Musical as Jojo. I'm mainly invested in my creative writing now, and have a few manuscripts of stories that I've already finished—although I will continue doing theatre and jazz band. I know that I may not make much money from publishing books, and I've decided that I would also like to find a job that is still related to writing, even if it isn't fictional writing. Should I just talk to people in the English department?
What should I do in this situation?
I am currently a Junior in high school, and I still don't know what major I want to pursue once I get to college. Right now, I'm not really sure anymore whether I still want to learn photography.
Should I pursue a major in civil engineering and a minor in business?
Im currently a junior going into senior year of high school this fall. Before, I was interested in majoring in architecture but now has changed to majoring in civil engineering and possibly minoring in business. I do understand that it will be rigorous wanting to do both courses and will need to be accepted by the college advisors. But, I was just seeking for more information from anyone who has done something like this. The schools Im planning on applying to are UC Berkeley, UCSD, UC Irvine, UC Riverside, UC Davis, Cal Poly Slo & Pomona, and USC. Any advice/insight is appreciated, Thank you!
What mahor/minor is best for me if I want to work my way up to being a creative director?
Im 17 and I really enjoy design, business and film, and I'm not sure what major or minor would best fit me since I want a job that combines all 3? It might be much but I was originally thinking Major in Graphic Design and Minor in Marketing.
I want to go into dentistry, but I'm completely confused about the steps to become a dentist.
I’m a sophomore and rising junior in 2026–27, and my graduation year is 2028. By my senior year, I will have enough college credits to equal about two years of college. I’ve wanted to become a dentist for a while, but every time I research the steps, it feels complicated. Granted, I knew it would be hard, but I still feel confused. Right now, the steps I think I should take are: graduate from high school, go to college, major in biochemistry, join a dental program or do shadowing through my college if possible, graduate from college, and then go to dental school. I know that sounds choppy, which is why I’m trying to understand the process better. With the economy the way it is, I don’t want to struggle financially as a student. I also don’t really like science, but I think that may be because of my past teachers or my attitude toward school in general. Even so, I’m very good at science and have gotten all A’s for as long as I can remember, so I know I can handle the classes. One thing I’m really confused about is what other dentists’ paths looked like and how they reached their careers. I saw a comment about a college in Illinois that lets students become dental hygienists first and then continue on to become dentists. That route interests me, but I feel like there may be other options or similar opportunities too. I’ve especially been looking at HBCU colleges. Howard caught my attention because it also has a dental program. I want to have my plan set out clearly so I know what my next steps should be. If you haven’t noticed, I’m definitely a planner. Please help, and if you can share any tips, I would really appreciate it.
Is it a good idea to major in psychology and minor in marketing if I’m a first gen college student?
Would like to have a stable career.
Is this a good AP load?
Hello, I am a junior in high school wanting to apply as a Political Science major. I've already taken: - AP World History - APUSH - AP Psychology - AP English Literature and Composition and am planning on taking - AP Government - AP Macro - AP Micro - AP English Language and Composition - AP Physics 1 (Not testing) Can you guys tell me if this is a good AP load to have for applications? Thank you!
What majpr is a good to start at ASU for my first year?
Honestly, I don't have a clear direction of what I want to do but I'm sure ASU is where I should go. I got all four years of my tuition covered and I know plenty of others would jump on this opportunity but I am overwhelmed and uncertain of my passions and goals. For the lack time, I decided to take nursing because I qualify but I fear I won't do well and lose my scholarships. What should I do instead?
How do UP CFA and DLSU-CSB compare in terms of creative facilities and global networking for an aspiring arts leader?
Hello! I am a Grade 11 student from the Philippines currently deciding on my undergraduate path. I have a strong background in the arts and a passion for leadership roles. While I originally considered Architecture for its perceived stability, I am now focusing on programs that better align with my creative strengths and career goals. I am specifically looking at: UP Diliman: BFA Visual Communication DLSU-College of Saint Benilde: Multimedia Arts or Creative Industries Management I come from a family of UP alumni, so the legacy of the university is important to me. However, I am very interested in the Creative Industries Management program at CSB because it seems to bridge the gap between artistic practice and leadership. My main questions are: How do the facilities and technological assets (studios, software, labs) compare between UP and Benilde for creative students? Which university offers a more robust networking pipeline for students planning to take a Master of Arts or work in the creative industry overseas? I want to ensure my choice provides the right balance of technical training and global opportunities. Thank you so much for your time and insights!
How did you know that the career path you’re in right one for you and how did you work through if there were any uncertainties ?
I’m currently a sophomore in college majoring in real estate. I chose this major because I am interested in commercial real estate however, I’m unsure if im going the right route or just wasting my time when I can major in maybe Finance.
What a career in Real Estate looks like?
What is the future of a career in Real Estate ? I am considering majoring in Real Estate as part of my business degree, but I wonder if getting licensed is enough. What is really the difference between obtaining a license compared to a college degree in this field ?. Thank you.
How and when should you know you are in the right major?
I'm a senior planning on studying chemistry at the University of Virginia next year. But I also am not certain that is what I want to pursue. I hear a lot about people changing majors quite a bit in college, but I feel like a lot of the perception of a subject is based on specific classes and professors. How can I be sure that I am doing something that will set me up for a career I enjoy and what should I consider when I have to officially declare my major?
If you were a business student again, what would you do differently to better prepare for your career?
I am currently a undergraduate junior majoring in accounting and a minor in international business. I want to make sure I'm using my time in college wisely to prepare for the real world.
How have international business and the topics related to it been used to improve the world so far?
I'm a senior in high school and will be majoring in International Business, but I'd like to know how it can be used to improve the world. Making a difference in the world is something that I'm set on doing and think it would be interesting to learn how my major has made positive impacts.
How do you know if the major you chose is right for you and you are pursuing the right path throughout college?
I will be attending Miami University in the fall of 2026 and am going in as an international studies major. I have always had a fascination with cultures and I want to expand my knowledge and possibly find a career related to that field, but I am not sure if it is the right path and if there will be enough career options in relation to my major when I graduate. I have though about pursuing a pre-law track to feel more comfortable about my options after my Bachelors, but I am not sure if that is the path I want to pursue. How long can I be thinking about this before I should have a more set path with my major or the path to my career? How do I know if it's the right choice if I do not have a set career aspiration?
I am interested in computer science, and the best computer science programs are at large research institutions; YET the most appealing campuses for me have had smaller student bodies. Where can I find a combination of these attributes, giving me the best of both worlds? #Spring26
For example, I love Davidson College, but Virginia Tech or Georgia Tech have much better computer majors and opportunities. Is there a small school out there that has great computer science??
How do I know if my intended major is right for me?
I am an upcoming college freshman at the University of Central Florida, and I selected my intended major as Clinical Psychology. At some level, I am interested in psychology and in potentially helping those who suffer from mental health disorders, but I am still unsure if I actually want to go down that career path. The path to getting a job in the psychology field typically requires a lot of schooling, and I am unsure if I am ready to commit that much time to pursuing a degree in a field I am unsure about entering. As such, I have been thinking of entering the education field instead when I start college, as I enjoy teaching and furthering the education of others. But still, I am unsure and would like some advice on how to proceed. Should I stick with my intended major when I enter or change my major once I actually start college? #Spring26
What steps should I take to become a pharmacist and to gain hands-on experience ?
I am currently a high school senior preparing to graduate and continue my education in college. I want to become a pharmacist but I'm a little lost on what classes I should take, what majors I should consider, and how to gain experience while still in school. All advice is appreciated! #Spring26
How does Geography Affect Nuclear Engineers?
I am planning on majoring in nuclear engineering in college. I have heard that jobs in that field are mostly focused in certain geographic areas. Has anyone who has gone into nuclear engineering encountered troubles with this?
What kind of careers will a BA in Communication lead me to in the Philippines?
The search for my college course is still ongoing. That being said, my parents are now interfering and believe that I should take up communication arts which they think is ideal for me. Frankly, I do not want to study that but I'm at my wits end. Does the course require heavy creativity? Initially, my hesitation starts there since I don't think my creative vision is as strong as others. Also, I'm interested in knowing what kind of careers open up, the average salary or if it's in a lucrative range. I know that the field offers marketing/advertising/HR kind of jobs, but aside from working in an office is there also a chance to work from home? But anyways, that's all. Thanks:)