What major should I choose? We first need to decide on a few criteria that are important to us and then narrow our choices based on these factors.
Student loans, a four-year degree, and they couldn't decide what they would major in.
With so many different options, how could they possibly know what would lead to their dream job? Here's the short answer: you don't. The long answer is a little more complicated.
What is my major going to do for me? It is an extremely important question that many people are often too lazy or unsure of themselves to ask. It's almost a waste of time to start your college career not knowing what you will major in. If you don't have a clear idea of what your major is going to do for you, the chances of getting a job in the field you live in are slim to none. However, if you are going into a field with little to no job opportunities, it is okay to take time and think about your major.
Choosing your major
If you are a senior in high school and have absolutely no idea what you want to do with your life this spring is the best time to start preparing for the future. The first step would be to find out what opportunities there are locally in your area. Talk to friends, neighbors, or family members who might have some information on the field they work in. Use the internet to find out about local jobs and what type of schooling is required.
If you are a freshman in high school, information is still readily available through the college's website and from counselors. The high school counselor should be helpful in suggesting possible ways to go about choosing your major. Taking high school classes that teach you about specific fields will also allow you to get an idea of whether or not that major would be right for you.
After you have decided what you want to major in there are several things you should consider. What type of schooling is required for this field? Is this major worth the increased cost? Will I be happy with my choice after I graduate? Are there other opportunities that would lead to a more lucrative career? Do I have teachers and an advisor at the college or school who can help me succeed while pursuing this major? Even though these are some seemingly obvious questions, they are still worth asking.
To make the job search easier, you should get as much information as possible as soon as possible. Opportunities are extremely limited at this time and it is important to be able to choose your major early before one of your potential career path options is selected for you. Interviewing a potential career path does not mean that you have lost the option of changing your major later on. It just means that you will have a better chance of getting into the courses you need to take at the college.
When all is said and done, it comes down to your choice and you should be happy with that choice. You are the one who has to live with the consequences so make sure you feel comfortable with whatever road you decide to travel down. Of course, we can't leave out all of those people who realize after they have graduated from high school that they want to pursue their dream job.
There are a few lessons that we can all take away from this. The most obvious lesson is that you should keep an open mind on your future. It's never too late to change your major or your career and it is definitely not something to be afraid of. Strive for success, but don't push yourself too hard during the selection process. Enjoy life while going after whatever goal you have set for yourself.
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