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@mol789
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 • 2 years ago •
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How to figure out what to major in?

I know this question is a large question, but I am just not sure what I should major in. I like math and science, but not sure if engineering is right for me. My dad is one and says it’s always an option, but I also have an interest in business. I’m just not sure how to find my passions and how to figure out if I’ll like studying certain topics in great detail in college, or when I have a career after graduation.

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@liv.luv.life
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 • 2 years ago[edited]

What type of math do you like? Calculus, algebra, geometry, statistics? If you like all sorts of maths, you could major in math and become a mathematician. If you like statistics, you could major in statistics become a statistician or a financial/business analyst. Mind you, you could become a financial/business analyst if you major in economics or finance or something else.

If you like chemistry, you could major in it and become a chemist.

This depends on what you like and what you can see yourself doing. If you don't think engineering is right for you, you don't have to scrap the idea completely. Just put it on the back burner for now until you get a clear view of what being an engineer is like. This is the same for any type of career or major you're thinking of pursuing.

I, for one, could never see myself becoming a chemist. Chemistry is alright, but it's biology for the win for me.

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[🎤 AUTHOR]@mol7892 years ago

Thanks for the advice! How do you get a clear view on seeing what it’s like. I’ve tried summer programs and I am still just so confused

@liv.luv.life2 years ago

There's no exact way of getting a clear view. You could shadow somebody or even ask your dad. See what the everyday life is like and what exactly they're doing. If you think you can enjoy doing what they're doing, then you might want to look into the job more. Some things you might want to look up is how long it will take to become one, what majors would lead you their, would you enjoy the major, and more details about the job.

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