Career questions tagged major
Each college will have a list of different majors to choose from. The college major will determine the requirements needed to graduate with a degree. For more information, please read below. Read more Show less
Is it smart to join a growing major?
1 out 3 people I've met for College is going into the same Major as me. I feel like it'll make a lot of competition after college
BenedictWhat's the best way to find out which field you're interested in ?
I'm a high school senior, heading to Purdue For Industrial Engineering. I chose the major due to its breadth but, of course, at some point I'll have to specialize. I'm currently into teaching and data analytics-related roles but I'm still not quite sure what I want to do as my interests change frequently.
Coconut Creek
What does the job field look like for kinesiology majors if they are not going to grad school right after their undergrad ?
I am a high school senior looking to enter the athletic training or physical therapy field after college. I have a strong passion for injury prevention and health due to being around sports my entire life.
Huntington Beach
What can you do with a political science major?
I am interested in this major but am not sure what careers would follow it.
Mt Laurel
How do you find meaning and value in the work you do?
Hi! I'm a current freshman at the University of Missouri-Columbia. I'm undecided on my major as of right now, but I would appreciate knowing what makes you feel like your career is worthwhile. A feeling of fulfillment and purpose is a huge factor in helping me determine what major I want to pursue, as well as what work I want to do in my future.
St Charles
What are some benefits to having multiple bachelor's degrees and/or minors across multiple fields aside from career mobility, if there are any at all?
I'm in a weird situation where I have extra time and semesters between now and finishing my primary degree because of how they structured the program and I'm wondering if diversifying is worth it
Milwaukee
Realistically, what kind of job positions are open to those who major in communications?
I am really interested in going into a communications major but do not know what kind of jobs it yields other than "public relations." What tasks or projects people work on in their communications related jobs?
Advance
What should I expect as a kinesiology student?
I’m going to be a freshman next year studying kinesiology, and I’m curious what the experience is like. What should I expect regarding classes, labs, and overall student life as a kinesiology major? #Spring25
Harrisonburg
What kind of jobs or careers can you get with a Psychology 4- year bachelors degree ?
I'm a high school senior who is interested in social and medical science degrees, and am currently looking into psychology. I'm trying ti figure out what field might be right for me.
New YorkWhat is the best way to become a counselor or teach Arabic in the U.S. with a foreign degree #Fall25?
I’m a community college student studying Academic English. I already have a bachelor’s degree from another country, and I’m interested in becoming either a counselor or an Arabic instructor in the U.S. What steps should I take to reach one of these careers?
United States
How to take a broad Major and narrow it down into a stable and secure career path?
I am currently entering the Creative Technologies Major at UC Santa Cruz. It is a relatively new major and has not been around for long so I know I wont be able to get a lot of hyper specific help. The major has many different pathways to follow and I'm excited to see where my passions and knowledge take me, but I'm growing a bit concerned as to where I need to narrow down my career. I know that internships and project opportunities are a great start and once I begin classes next year i will be looking further into what is offered. Id just like some advice as to finding what's right for me inside the major and how to get there.
LivermoreShould I pursue what I actually like in college (considering major and likely careers resulting), or should I pursue a major with a career with a more successful prospective career?
For example, I love art and deep down I want to pursue something art-related, but it is hard to advance and earn money as an artist. Therefore, I am considering a Business major and Chinese, even though I have no real drive for business, I am just assuming it will be easier for me to find a financially comfortable job after school.
Barrington
What is the best way to choose a major?
There are so many choices. If there's more than one relevant major to what you want to do, how do you choose between them?
Allendale
What is the turnover rate for Finance major to Accounting majors?
About how many change majors from Finance to Accounting? what are the clear differences that would make someone who's unsure on finance change to accounting?
Naples
What is the best way to pick a college major?
I'm planning on majoring in accounting, but I'm still not firm on the idea, so I'm curious about the best way to make this decision.
Cottage Grovewhat is the major that has to work with math the most?
I'm a junior in high school think about what college major i should i get. please advise!
San Francisco
How much does my college major really influence whether I’ll land my dream job? #Spring25
Choosing a major often feels like one of the most important decisions in college. Many students are told that their major will define their career path — but in reality, the connection between what you study and what you do after graduation isn't always direct. How much does my college major really influence whether I’ll land my dream job, considering that many careers today seem to prioritize skills, experience, and networking over the specific degree earned? Is it possible that what I study in college may not be as crucial as how I apply that knowledge and build relevant experiences outside of the classroom?
Loganville
What are some specific jobs you can pursue with an international business degree?
I am very interested in this major and it is not a common one amongst most. I wanted to know some more specific jobs I could pursue after college with my degree.
Marietta
How should I choose my specific field of work?
I am a 20 year old student who is studying human resources but still have no clue what specific field I want to persue
Lemoore
What is the most useful minor for someone with a Biochemistry major?
I'm interested in working in the Pharmaceutical industry or research!
Chesterfield
What minor would best supplement a major in Economics?
I'm an 18-year-old high school senior about to graduate in less than 2 months. I plan to attend a four-year university as an Economics major. But to further my education pertaining to finance, what's the best kind of minor to study along with it (Accounting, Statistics, etc.). #Spring25
SpringWhat is the best way to manage a major and minor?
I am a freshman majoring in psychology and minoring in biology. Any tips on managing a major and minor where the workload is different?
Dumont
Generally, what kind of jobs can I get into with a Business Administration degree? Any tips on what I can expect for this major as well?
Hello! I'm currently majoring in Bus Ad and I am wondering what can I expect with this major. I know this major is quite broad, but I'm also hoping to know what jobs this major can get. I would love to get advice for this major overall too!
PasadenaAs a music major, where should I go to college?
I plan to major in music. For my bachelor's degree, is it smarter to go to an in-state school to try to save some money, or is it worth it to try to get into the best conservatory I can? For context, if I go to an in-state school I would be considering the University of Kansas, Kansas State University, and Wichita State University.
SabethaHow can you help me to find scholarships towards my major?
I am a first generation freshman English Education major at Southern Connecticut State University. I am excited to be studying at Southern but am concerned about the cost.
New HavenWhich a level subjects are best for psychology?
I’m an 11th grade student wanting to study ba psychology in university. And maybe work in a legal psychology related field in the future. I’m taking biology, maths, psychology in a levels. Other than these three should I take English literature or sociology? Sociology is more psychology related but literature is more credited. Also are there any online research programs or internships that I could do? I also want to get a scholarship in university
Karachi