Career questions tagged choosing-a-major
For a student who would like to become a lawyer, what are the good majors for preparing for the LSAT?
I'm a high school student who wants to become a lawyer. I know that the LSAT requires a lot of critical thinking/analysis skills, and I know that there's a lot of different majors which you can take in order to do well, not just Political Science. That leaves me with a question; what are other strong majors in order to build the skills that are necessary to do well on the LSAT, and if someone is a lawyer now who didn't take a law/pre-law focused major, which one did you take?
How do you know what career to pursue when you keep changing your mind?
I'm a junior in high school, and every time I would think of what I want to do with my life, I'd change my mind. First, I wanted to be a teacher for little kids, then a college professer and now an animator/storywriter. How do you set your mind to one thing and stick with it?
What is the best way to decide what type of lawyer I would like to be/?
I'm currently a junior in high school and I definitely would like to become a lawyer, I'm just unsure about what type. I'm not asking for a suggestion of a type of lawyer, but I'm curious what experiences I can partake in to help maybe either exclude or include certain sectors of law which I would be interested in.
What majors should I choose from for my career path of becoming a Cardiovascular Surgeon?
I'm really focused on wanting to become a Cardiovascular Surgeon; however, I'm not sure which majors I have to choose from to ensure I am following this path.
How do I decide my major?
I got into college, yayyy :) The problem is, I don't know which major to declare. Right now, I'm in as undecided, but need to choose soon I love science. I know I want to go into either Chemistry or Cellular and Molecular Bio. I'm hoping to enter either Med school or Pharm school (keeping my options open for now), and go into research. Which major fits better with this track?
What is a good pre-pharmacy major?
I am currently a senior in high school and am looking to get advice on the best majors for pre-pharmacy. I'm interested in Biology but would like to explore the other options available.
How did you pick your major I'm currently a senior in high School and have looked at many colleges to attend to I have just been stuck on what to major in as I have been looking at biomedical and mechanical engineering which do you think would be the better path??
l am based in Georgia so it would also help to get your opinion on Georgia's universities and technical schools
What is better A double bachelor's for economics & econometrics even if i have to study 1 more year?Or a bachelor's in just economics/business economics for future job prospects. ?
Applying for universities. No specific preference between the 2 but interested in both maths and economics.
How do you choose between multiple careers/majors?
Hi, I'm a senior in high school and am planning to pursue music or philosophy in college so that I can either be a musician or philosophy professor. While these are my top contenders for my career, I don't think I'm really opposed to any career. How do I know that I'm choosing the career path and the major that will make me truly happy? #fall25
Which college major would cover the revolutionary changes the stock market is about to experience, driven by the exponential growth and implementation of AI worldwide?
I began dabbling in finance and the stock market during COVID, in 7th grade. I have only once again taken an avid interest in this institution.
What is a good major to get into in undergraduate school if you want to be a heart surgeon?
I am confused on what major I should peruse to become a heart surgeon. Right now I am considering majoring in biology.
What do I do if I'm 100% sure on my major?
I want to go to college for either sport med or business
Does a business degree help build a good foundation for becoming a lawyer Or is there a better degree for pre law?
I'm looking for the best degree that is going to prepare me for law school. I want to go into business, so I can someday own a law firm but I don't know if it's going to prepare me to understand law. #Fall25
What can help me decide on a major when I have numerous interests ?
How to narrow down career paths that will be interesting and fun for me long-term?
What should I study within Communications?
High school senior looking at college, specifically Communications. For those of y’all that studied/are studying that what specific concentrations did you study within the Communications field and how did it help you? What do you recommend if I have no ideas beyond that incredibly vague area of study?
What should I consider when choosing a college major ?
When choosing a college major, consider your interests, skills, and career goals. Think about what subjects excite you, what you're naturally good at, and what kind of work you see yourself doing in the future. Research the job opportunities, salary potential, and growth outlook for different fields. Also, look into the course requirements and whether you're willing to commit to the workload. Talk to advisors, professionals, or students in those majors to get real insights. Most importantly, choose something that aligns with both your passion and long-term plans.
What major should I choose if I want to become an occupational therapist and what can I do before reaching my goal ?
Hi Im a high school senior and i was wondering the steps i need to take to become a occupational therapist.
How does an undergraduate degree pertain to career choices?
Hello! I am in my freshman year of community college, and I've been wondering how an undergraduate degree pertains to an overall career. Should I focus it on a secondary career, my main career interest? Thank you!
How do I find out what I truly want to study in college?
I have interests but I'm worried it won't work out. How do I make sure I know I'm going to enjoy what I study in college?
What are some recommended courses for an indecisive undecided major?
I’m currently enrolled in university, but i’m an undecided major. The problem is I am very indecisive about my career path. I know I don’t want to do school for a long time, but I want to make good money. I don’t want to major in anything math heavy because that’s the subject I struggle with the most. Any recommendations?
Anthro or PolSci Should I switch Majors??
Hi! I am about to be a third year at UCLA and am trying to finalize what major I want. Currently I am a double-major with International Development studies and Anthropology, but I am considering switching to a double-major with International Development studies and Political Science with a minor in Anthropology. I would love any advice on which to pick? I am not sure what I want to do as a job, but I would like to either go into research or work for the state department (maybe not now with the way things are looking but I'm not sure). I am ahving a very hard time deciding what to do as I like both but don't love either. Any advice would be appreciated! Thank you so much!
What STEM major to choose when unsure?
Hi, I’m a rising senior yet I don’t really have an idea for a college major. I know I want to go into a STEM route, but I kind of just like everything. I enjoy math classes the most for all I know. I think I might be interested in comp sci and programming and such, but other than one coding class I will be taking this coming year, I’ve done nothing on it. The only coding I’ve done is on my own, without much major projects and what not. When it comes to STEM, engineering is most famous but I’ve taken 0 engineering classes too… who knows, if I do it I might actually end up loving it but I’ll never know. Out of the sciences, I’ve taken bio and chem so far, and enjoyed chem decently but mostly because it was just math. I’m taking physics this year, so I’m not sure if I’ll enjoy it or not (but judging from Youtube videos i’ve watched of some physics stuff I’m excited for the class). Everything feels so unknown and I just don’t know what to choose. I want to at least have an idea for when I’m searching for colleges. If you could help me or give me some advice, I’d appreciate it :)
As a high school freshman with an interest in human anatomy, medicine, and helping people, how do I gain experience/knowledge to narrow down a career choice/college major ?
There are so many options in the medical field so how can I gain experience and/or get more detailed information before applying to college? Is there specific coursework beyond just science and math classes that would be beneficial to me?
Is it best to explore all your passions in college or double down on one of your passions?
I'm majoring in Applied Mathematics, but I also care deeply about public policy and social impact. I'm wondering if it's worth it to explore both in college to see where my strengths lie or just stick to one? #Spring25
MCAT, med school, and college major?
What is the best college major to prepare for the MCAT and medical school? Does the choice of major affect my chances of getting accepted into medical school, and how important is it to choose a major that covers all the prerequisite courses? Also, should I choose a major based on what interests me, or one that is traditionally considered 'pre-med
MCAT and college major?
What major is best to prepare for the MCAT? How long should I study for the MCAT? What is the best way to study on a college campus? Why is the healthcare field lacking workers?
How did you know what you wanted to major in, going into college And why did you choose the college you went to? ?
I am a Junior in high school and still unsure of what I want to do. I think I am leaning towards a veterinarian. I am not sure what the path is for this profession in college. I am also having trouble deciding what colleges I should apply for next year. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
Is it unusual to still be unsure what major and career field you want entering your third year of college?
I will be a junior in college in August 2025, I have switched my major from marine science to Studio Arts, but I really want to be an early education major. I fear it is too late to change my major and still graduate on time in 2027.
What is one thing you wish you knew before choosing your college major, how do you think it would have changed your decision?
I want to be a corporate lawyer, but have also thought about being a pediatrician. I am passionate about both and cannot decide which route is best. #Spring25
What programs should I pursue to get a prerequisite on an architecture major?
I'm currently a senior in high school deciding what career path to pursue. This is my strongest interest, but I'd like to delve into the subject to make a more informed decision.