What Can I Do With This Major?

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One of the most important and often confusing parts of the college exploration process is thinking about possible majors. Some students come in with a clear idea of what they want to study, while others know the subjects they enjoy but aren’t sure how those interests translate into a college major or future career. Both scenarios are super typical.

Exploring majors isn’t about locking in a lifelong plan. It’s about learning what’s out there, identifying patterns in your interests, and opening yourself up to possibilities you may not have considered yet.

Why Exploring Majors Matters

Learning more about potential majors can help you:

• Confirm interests you already have

• Discover new areas you didn’t know existed

• Understand how different majors connect to careers

• Feel more confident and informed during the college search

  
  

This kind of exploration often leads to better-fit colleges and more thoughtful academic choices.

A Helpful Resource: What Can I Do With This Major?

One of my favorite tools for students is the website What Can I Do With This Major?

As the name suggests, this site explores over 100 college majors in depth and connects them to a wide range of career paths. It’s especially helpful for students who enjoy certain subjects but want to understand how those interests might translate into real-world opportunities.

When using the site, I encourage students to:

• Review majors that already sound interesting

• Explore a few majors they hadn’t previously considered

• Pay attention to careers that feel exciting or surprising

  
  

Questions to Consider as You Explore

As you review different majors, ask yourself:

• Do these majors align with what I expected or challenge my assumptions?

• What specifically sounds interesting about this field of study?

• Are there patterns in the majors or careers that catch my attention?

• Do these options connect to my strengths, interests, or values?

There are no right or wrong answers here the goal is curiosity and reflection.

What to Do Next

As you explore, write down your thoughts and observations in the “Majors and Careers” tab of our shared spreadsheet. We’ll review your findings together and use them to guide future conversations about colleges, academic programs, and long-term goals.

Remember: choosing a major is a process, not a single decision. Taking the time to explore now can make the college journey feel clearer, more intentional, and far less stressful.

If you have questions along the way, I’m here to help guide the conversation.