Choosing a Major: Tips and Resources Guide

Roughly 50% of college students enter into college undecided and as many as 70% of students will change majors at least once in their college careers. If you are struggling to determine your

• Start by familiarizing yourself with the many degree programs offered to ASU undergraduates. This page allows you to browse majors by interest. This page organizes majors into career clusters. Try out these different ways to explore and start on the path to honing in on a more specific area of study.

UNDECIDED BUT NOT ALONE:

PROGRAMS AND RESOURCES FOR UNDECIDED STUDENTS AT ASU:

• The Major and Career Exploration program will help you find your way to a major and career that are exciting to you. This site provides a wealth of useful informationfor any student who is exploring their academic options.

• Consider signing up for an exploratory major. This innovative program allows you to receive additional support as you discover the best major for you. Check out the wide range of exploratory tracks here.

academic focus, you are not alone. Luckily, ASU has a wide variety of majors and many resources to help you choose the right path for you.

• Talk to your ASU advisors for information about program requirements and major maps.

REMEMBER YOUR HUMAN RESOURCES:

• The Kuder Career Interests Assessment offers a good first step to help you determine your interests, skills, and priorities.

• Me3: Major and Career Quiz allows you to explore majors that suit your interests and chart an academic pathway that leads to the career you want.

ASSESSMENTS:

• The Jung Typology test will give you a personality profile. Taking the test through this link will provide good career options for your personality profile.

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• Request an appointment with one of ASU’s career advisors. Appointments are free for all ASU students, staff, and even alumni!

• The website what can I do with this major? is a great tool to explore the eventual career options for any degree program you are considering.

POINTS TO CONSIDER:

• Consider the statistics. This article breaks down majors by highest employment rates and happiest alumni and gives some other interesting.