Hey all! I'm currently a high school junior and I'm starting to think about what I want to study in college. However, I'm feeling a little overwhelmed with all the different major options. Is there a comprehensive list of all the possible college majors somewhere? Thanks in advance!
While it's great that you're starting to think about your college major, creating a full list of all possible college majors would be an incredibly long and overwhelming task, as there are thousands of different majors offered by various colleges and universities.
To give you a starting point for exploring potential majors, I suggest you categorize them into broader fields of study:
1. Business (e.g., Finance, Accounting, Marketing)
2. Sciences (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
3. Engineering (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science)
4. Humanities (e.g., English, History, Philosophy)
5. Arts (e.g., Studio Art, Graphic Design, Music)
6. Social Sciences (e.g., Psychology, Sociology, Political Science)
7. Health Sciences (e.g., Nursing, Public Health, Kinesiology)
8. Education (e.g., Elementary Education, Special Education)
From here, you can dive deeper into each category to explore specific majors that interest you. Remember, colleges can vary in the majors they offer, so it's essential to research each school's academic programs to find the best fit for you.
To help narrow down your interests, try taking an online quiz or speaking with a school counselor who can help point you towards majors that align with your passions and strengths. One popular online quiz is the CollegeVine College Major Quiz, which takes about 5 minutes to complete and requires a free account.
Lastly, many colleges allow students to enter undeclared, giving you the opportunity to explore different courses before choosing a major. Just make sure to research the school's policies and the ease of changing majors within the institution.
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