How do you choose a Major in college? Am I actually supposed to decide the rest of my life at age 18?

Answer 1

Don't worry about it too much. Use your first year to take general ed classes (english, math, science, psychology, history, etc.) and some other classes that interest you. If you really like a particular class, meet with the professor during his/her office hours to talk about the field. Most colleges have good advising offices for undecided students. They should be able to put you in contact with upperclassmen in majors you are considering, and professionals in the field so you can do interviews and job shadowing. They will also sit down with you to help determine your interests.

Answer 2

Take your generals first then you can decided when you are in your sophomore/junior year. I started as a Computer Science major and wanted out on my first year but since my grades were acceptable I tried it until the summer of my senior year. Then I realized that I hated it and didn't want to pursue it anymore so I changed majors at that point which added another year of college and graduated as a Business major but wished that I had done it sooner. Don't let the pressure of making your career choice right now.

At the moment I am preparing for MBA program and love what I do.

Good Luck to you!

Answer 3

Honey I'm 25yrs old and I'm just about to start my Sophomore year in a junior college. Don't feel like you have to decide the rest of your life right now. I do wish that I had gone to college right after high school, but hey, better late than never. Most people change their major several times before they graduate so don't worry. Enjoy life one day at a time and everything will be fine.

Answer 4

Consider your options; what do you like to do? What is your passion? Start there. No, you don't have to decide at 18. Many people start out as undecided majors and many change majors during their undergraduate studies. I would, however, suggest coming up with a definite major by the time you attain your Associates so that you can begin your studies that count toward your major. Of course, you should definitely have your major decided before grad school ;)

Answer 5

No - most colleges require you to officially select a major somewhere around your junior year. The first 2 years are designed for you to explore different departments and make a determination of what you really want to study. The purpose of college is not only to expand your learning, but also to find your passion. As a college professor I am disturbed that people feel pressured to find their major right now - give it time!

Answer 6

You shouldn't have to choose a major right off the bat. As they said, take care of as many of the required courses first, and by the time you get near the end of them, you will probably have a good idea.

Answer 7

You're right! We expect way too much of high school graduates. How could anyone know their heart at age 18?

I think every high school grad should take two years and join the Coast Guard, AmeriCorps, the Peace Corps, or one of the armed forces. They'd learn about people and what they like and don't like.

Answer 8

You don't have to immediately declare your major, so you have some time. You can take general studies and see what you like and what you don't.

My advice is to get a degree in something that ties directly to a specific job. Engineering, Accounting, etc. They usually pay off, and immediately. More generic degrees, like marketing and business administration, can sometimes not be valued in the business world because they don't tie directly to a specific job. I know. I have a degree in marketing.

Answer 9

YES! LOL! Anyway I originally went to school to be an art major, taught school for a while then went back for my psychology degree. The point is to get a degree, it is easier to change or add graduate work in ANYTHING if you first have an undergraduate degree. BTW you should only do what you love. Good luck.

Answer 10

You should have a good idea of what you want to do. You can go into college and take gen ed classes but by the end of sophomore year you should know what you want to do or else you're going to be shelling out big bucks by switching majors. It happens, but you can save a lot of $$$ if you have a good idea of what you want to do and what you're good at and what you enjoy.