College Majors

You've got the school all picked out, the orientation date set, and you've made a ton of trips to Bed, Bath, and Beyond for the latest dorm decor. But you're just not sure what you're going to major in when you get to college. Never fear, for most schools don't even make students declare a major until their sophomore year. If you're still applying to college and you're not sure what you want to major in once you get there, check out different schools with programs you may be interested in. From straightforward English and math majors to unique, student-created majors, we've seen them all. You're sure to find your path in no time at all.

College Double Agents: Exposing the Lives of Double Majors No, we're not talking about James Bond, we're talking students who decide to take on a mission more difficult than drop-kicking bad guys--the double major. Our mission, which we happily chose to accept, was to do the investigating for you and uncover top-secret strategies from students and college advisors on leading a double life. College Major Decisions Though you have the choice of remaining an undeclared major until your junior year of college, unless you're one of the lucky few who knew what they wanted to be since age six, you've no doubt been stressing about what to study. Avoid college major stress with these tips... On the Job: A Telecommunications Career Laptops, cell phones, and iPods, oh my! In this technological revolution, career paths are a plenty with perks to match. Take it from Mark Nagel, who enjoys discounted cell phone service by working in the midst of cutting-edge cool... Connect with Technology Considering that the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 1.5 million new computer- and information-related jobs in 2012, now is the perfect time to join students like Nick Ybanez and Adrian Nazario who are preparing for technology careers through Robert Morris College. Admissions Office Q&A: The Undecided Major Karen S. Parker, director of admissions for Hampshire College, discusses how it's OK to enter college with an undecided major. Admissions Office Q&A: Freshman Year and Choosing a Major Kim Fontana, director of admissions for Springfield College in Illinois, discusses what you can expect your freshman year of college, and how to go about choosing a major. Do-It-Yourself Majors Can't decide on one field of study? Some colleges are cool with creativity. Early Out My journey to graduating early -- a year early -- has taught me how to commit to goals, manage time, and at the same time, maintain a social life. Are you "Majorly" Confused? Whether you're certain about your career goals, or still debating an undecided major, you'll want to read this article. A College Major with Heart I now know that the best college major decisions are the ones that are based, as contrived as it sounds, on honesty. I've only recently come to this conclusion and it's been a hard one to reach. I graduated just over a year ago and sure, it would have been great to have a few extra bucks in my wallet during those months....