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How many times is too many times to switch your major?
I want to graduate in four years but I'm worried that I won't if I switch my major too many times. #college #major
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Nicole’s Answer
Hi Mitra D. I see that you posted this question a little while ago so I hope my answer to you (or others who may read this response) is still helpful.
The idea of switching "too many times" can have costs associated with those decisions. To echo some of what was provided in the previous answer, there is a monetary cost to switching too many times because sometimes, depending on how drastic of change the student is making, there can be a whole grouping of new classes, including pre-requisite classes that would be required.
To me, the biggest cost around switching majors too often is time. If you agree that the ultimate goal is to graduate, then too much switching could possibly delay that goal which could possibly delay the goal of starting and growing in your career.
That said, I think it is normal to rethink your major, even after you have started college. Making a switch within a certain program, say mechanical engineering to civil engineering, can be a bit less painful in time and money, than if the switch is from a math major to a photo journalist major just by virtue of the difference between becoming a mathematician and becoming a photo journalist.
Hope you find this answer helpful. Best of luck to you!
The idea of switching "too many times" can have costs associated with those decisions. To echo some of what was provided in the previous answer, there is a monetary cost to switching too many times because sometimes, depending on how drastic of change the student is making, there can be a whole grouping of new classes, including pre-requisite classes that would be required.
To me, the biggest cost around switching majors too often is time. If you agree that the ultimate goal is to graduate, then too much switching could possibly delay that goal which could possibly delay the goal of starting and growing in your career.
That said, I think it is normal to rethink your major, even after you have started college. Making a switch within a certain program, say mechanical engineering to civil engineering, can be a bit less painful in time and money, than if the switch is from a math major to a photo journalist major just by virtue of the difference between becoming a mathematician and becoming a photo journalist.
Hope you find this answer helpful. Best of luck to you!
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Elaine’s Answer
Good question. To me it seems you need to close on on what your priority major would be and then run your secondary area of interest. I would suggest you speak with a guidance counselor as you don't want to waste time or money and do want to get out of school with the degree you want hopefully in four years. Give some thought to what you actually want to do and get prepared for that. Good luck to you