How'd you come up with your college major?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

I took all the wrong classes and finally stumbled upon my major. I started out as an architecture major. In my first semester, I learned I couldn't draw very well. Oops. I then decided to be a psychology major. Found out, after a while, all psych classes are the same and boring (for me!). Then I thought, well I've always been good at math and science, why not go pre-med and be a biology major. Two more biology classes and I would have had a major, but the hell I would have gone through wouldn't have been worth it. I stumbled upon anthropology through chance and fell in love with it. Finish my anthropology major in a year and a half. Also collected a psych major and bio minor along the way. At graduation, my parents told me they didn't think I'd actually graduate in 4 years. I guess some people have to try all the wrong things before they find the right one!

Answer 3

My major found me, in truth. I had just recieved an AS in Education, began my BS, and realized I was losing something. So I dropped out of my Ed program and went back for an AA in English, then moved across the country to go to a college respected in my new major. I regret nothing.

The best thin to do is just get in. A community college is perfect for an undecided major, since it has people from all walks and it's cheap enough to loll around while you find direction. An associates degree is pretty standard, so untill you've hit your 2 year mark, you can still move around from major to major without needing to take too many new courses. The core classes will give you a taste of about everything.

But the number one way to pick a major is to forget about employment after college, that will come. Pick a major you love to learn about and love doing. College isn't about getting a job that will make you rich, it's about getting the job doing what you love doing.

Answer 4

I started off as a business major because I thought it would help me find a good job. Truth was I hated taking business classes, but I was also taking the gen ed. composition classes. I took more literature classes and realized I love reading, writing, and talking about it. I switched to studying English during my last semester of community college and applied to another college I heard had a great English program.

Best decision I ever made. I've loved my classes. And because I chose to go a different college for my major, I was introduced to a 3/2 program for education. Now, I'm about to graduate with a degree in English and earn my master's in Elementary Education. You have to follow your heart and see where it takes you. There are always so many factors to going to college and choosing a major, but lots of people study one thing and do something else. If you've decided to take the time and money to study, pick something that interests you!

Answer 5

It really depends on the college you are going to. Some colleges offer liberal arts for people who don't know what to major in or a community college and then you can transfer to a four year. Some ways you can choose a college major is to do some volunteer work of some type, look at your hobbies and then ask people who do something in that field. There are so many opportunities out there.

Answer 6

Well, my first mistake was to listen to my parents. They insisted that I get a "real" degree and be a teacher. So we agreed that I would major in History. Well, college went on, I wasn't impressed in history, but I was really enjoying archaeology. So I switched my major to that. In other words, I found a set of classes I enjoyed with possible careers that are interesting. So now, I work in my field while finishing grad school and am having a BLAST!

Answer 7

Listen to parents - I wanted polisci or history or music. They insisted on math or science (I'm an engineer). Know what school you are going to and what it is known for (easier to get a job or get into grad school). Get a mentor in the industry you are thinking about (there are plenty of us out there...I've mentored HS and college students). Know what jobs are out there - it always helps to go into a field where you will be needed and finding a job will be easy. Finally, follow your gut - what interests you? Is there anything out there that matches your likes and talents? Many people already tend towards a certain major/occupation already.

Answer 8

It took me a while to come up with a major. To me it was something that I didn't want to rush into. After a couple of changes, I finally decided on Communication (emphasis PR) and minor in business. If you re having trouble deciding on a major remember to not let others influence you. I know so many ppl who wanted to please their parents with a major but not themselves. Also, their are many appitude tests out there to help you decide. Your college should also have advisors that will be able to help you decide.

Answer 9

It's kinda stupid. I knew I wanted to go into law. Had no idea how to do that. So, I looked at the list and picked out the ones that sounded law related. I chose the longest one (most letters). Figured I could always change later. Turns out, stuff was interesting so I never got around to changing it.

Answer 10

I am a music major and decided on this because I love to play the piano and I wanted to learn everything about music theory. My minor is math. I love math and solving things. I guess music and math are somewhat alike.