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Here's how to narrow down your college major options.
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Narrowing Down Your College Major Options

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Picking a college major isn’t always easy, and nobody should refer to eenie-meenie-minie-moe to choose. If you have a couple of options on the table, here’s how to narrow down your college major options. Start with a Career and Work Backwards Sometimes you may have two or three different passions you’re interested in pursuing. (Personally, …
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When Do I Have to Declare a College Major?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on May 20, 2025
Key Takeaways: Most students have to declare a college major by the end of their sophomore year or the start of their junior year. Students may declare their major earlier to apply for competitive programs or access advanced courses. Choosing an intended major in high school helps you find the best college for your goals …
You don't have to major in a subject you're really good at.
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Myth: What You Major in has to be a Subject You Are Really Good At

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on May 18, 2023
It’s a common belief (and misconception) that if you’re good at something, you should make it your life’s path. This is especially the case when it comes to college and your future career. Many students believe that what to major in is entirely tied to whether or not they’re really good at a certain subject. …
What is net price?
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The Importance of Knowing Your Net Price

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
There are a lot of prices out there thrown around when it comes to your college education. From sticker price to tuition to room and board, it can be a bit confusing what these terms mean in relation to how much you’ll pay for a year at a particular school. That’s why it’s so important …
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college majors & minors

How to Discover the Best Major For You

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you’re struggling to decide on a major, you’re not alone. Many students aren’t quite sure what they’d like to study and those that are sure sometimes change their mind once they start attending school. It’s not uncommon for college students to change their major once or even twice before graduating. Here are some tips …
Here are some tips for first generation college students!
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Tips for First Generation College Students

By Brooke FaulknerLast updated on December 22, 2022
First generation college students often face a more difficult transition when starting school than students whose parents, grandparents, and beyond have attended college. First-generation college students tend to deal with a unique set of barriers in addition to the common problems that many incoming freshmen face. It’s important that these difficulties don’t prevent first generation …

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