Do I really need a minor in college?

Question

I'm trying to get an accounting degree, I have to transfer and I don't want to worry about any more then I already have to, what exactly is a minor and is it that important

Answer 1

Some colleges and universitie, such as my alma mater, require a minor. Others, such as my brother-in-law's alma mater, do not.

You can select a minor in a field in which you are interested to make yourself more well-rounded. You can also select one that compliments your major and sets you apart from everyone else that just does an accounting major. When you are looking at your first job, GPA and extra-curriculars can only do so much.

Disciplines such as IS and finance will greatly enhance the value of your accounting degree.

Answer 2

From my own personal college experience, a minor is something you are interested in, but you have not decided if you want to pursue a career in it. Basically, it helps to "broaden your horizons." Most of my friends usually minored in areas closely related to their majors. For example, in undergrad I majored in Criminal Justice and minored in Psychology. Because I had the 18 hours of Psychology, I was able to obtain my Master's in Forensic Psych. I think it really all depends on what you want and whether or not a minor will help you with your career goals.

Answer 3

No, a minor is not important. It gives you a chance to explore something beyond your major, or to add some knowledge in a supplemental subject matter, but I would guess that only about 5% of our students have declared a minor.

Answer 4

I didn't get a minor and it didn't affect me at all.