Tag: picking a major

How Do You Pick the "Perfect" Major?

by Shivani Ekkanath
CollegeXpress Student Writer

What do you want to do when you grow up? Your undergraduate degree can build a foundation for your future career, so here's how to make an informed decision. read more

What Can You Do With a History Major?

by Hannah Knodel
CollegeXpress Student Writer

You want to major in history, but what kinds of jobs and careers will it lead to? It varies a lot, but here are a few ideas for you college history majors out there... read more

How to Pick a Major for Med School

by Barry Duerr
Associate Director of Admissions, University of Pittsburgh

If you are a high school student with your sights set on medical school, it can be hard to determine what you need to do to get there. read more

English, Writing, and Literature Majors and Potential Jobs

by CollegeXpress and Terry Ward

"My aim is to put down on paper what I see and what I feel in the best and simplest way." So said Hemingway, and so you may feel as well. If you're interested in pursuing writing and literature in college and as a career, keep reading! read more

What's Your Major? Tips on Finding the One Meant for You

by Savanna Buehlman-Barbeau
Student, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Switching majors--or taking a while to find one--may seem daunting. But which is scarier: spending your life in a profession you end up hating, or enjoying a glorious career after finally discovering the major that's right for you? read more

Choosing a Major: A Short Story

by Matthew Castoral
Student, SUNY--Cortland

Once upon a time there was a young man. For the longest time, he had his heart set on becoming a corporate lawyer and a big business tycoon. But then all of a sudden, that dream seemed like a nightmare... read more