Choosing a college major is an important decision to make, and often times there’s anxiety about making the “right” decision. Understanding the relationship between major and career options is critical. In some cases, career fields demand a specific academic path. For example, teachers are expected to have an education degree, nurses, a nursing degree, accountants, an accounting degree, and so on. In most cases, however, the relationship is not so clear cut. A major opens the doorway to many career possibilities, but it’s up to you to make the most of your experience both in and out of the classroom.

Ultimately, your academic major is just one factor in determining your future career path and job prospects. Other factors include: your academic transcript, choice of coursework, out-of-classroom activities, skills acquired through related experience, and personal fit. For more information about choosing a Major, we encourage you to read Choosing A Major (pdf).