Tzong Chang Office of Undergraduate Admission DePaul University.

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Tzong Chang Office of Undergraduate Admission DePaul University

Raise your hand if you… Have decided on a major. Are thinking about switching your major. Have already changed your major. Found choosing a major easy. Have changed your major at least once. What factors influenced your decision in choosing or changing your major?

A subject or discipline of a student’s choosing in which to specialize May or may not be related to your career of interest! Typically comprises 1/3 of your college curriculum Allows for high-level learning and skill building in chosen field

Bachelor of Art Language requirement Math requirement: liberal studies math, quantitative reasoning Substantial coursework in humanities, social sciences Examples: English, Philosophy, Sociology, Spanish, Art History Bachelor of Science No language requirement Math requirement: calculus Substantial coursework in natural or physical sciences, with lab work Examples: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Health Sciences, Physics, Computer Science

University College Department Major Concentration Major

DePaul University College of Science and Health Psychology BA BS Standard Human Development Human Services Industrial/ Organizational Industrial/ Organizational General Cognitive Neuroscience Cognitive Neuroscience

Switching within the same college: Common core requirements Language and math requirements remain the same Classes are generally more transferable For Example: College of Communication: Common Communication core College of Communication electives Language and math requirements remain the same Many courses are applicable to multiple majors within the College

What are your… Interests Skills Values Talents Goals

What courses/subjects have you enjoyed? Why? What haven’t you enjoyed? Are there subject areas you like more than others? Are there subjects you want to learn more about? If you have chosen a major, why did you choose it?

Specific majors may be required for specific graduate programs – always check the admissions requirements! Law School: Any major is acceptable Find a major that you enjoy and will do well in Get experience with writing, arguing points of view, and communicating Medical School: Most majors are acceptable as long as they have 1 year each of Biology, Physics, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Calculus These are all part of science degrees, but can be part of open electives

Research! Review classes required and course descriptions See if there are specific requirements Talk to students in the major Meet with professors who teach the subject Find out what you can do with the major

After taking a class or two… Is the class enjoyable or does it feel like a chore? Are you doing well in these courses? Does the major field reflect who you are?

Which schools offer the major(s) you are considering? Are there options for double majors and/or minors? Are there opportunities for volunteering, interning, studying abroad, etc.? Will this major work for my intended grad school or career plan?

Informational Interviewing is an interview used to collect information about a topic (major, job, career field, etc.). For majors, can be conducted with other students, faculty members, or people from other schools.

What is an introductory course for this major? Are there GPA or pre-requisite course requirements for this major? What upper-level courses sound interesting? Why would someone choose this major? What are the graduate school or career options with this major?

Start by introducing yourself, and why you are meeting What’s your background? Why are you interested in exploring majors? Ask questions of your partner: Why did you choose this major? What do you think are some interesting classes or facts about the major? What do you hope to do with the major when you graduate? Ask for referrals to other people you can talk to: Do you know any good professors in the major? Are there other students who I could talk to? Does the major have any students groups or events I could attend? Make sure to THANK the person you are interviewing!

Career Centers Interest based major and career options “What can I do with a major in?” Occupational Outlook Handbook Training and education Salary information Work environment Related occupations

Informational Interviews Get information from those familiar with what you want to do Volunteer and internship experiences Learning and explore in a hands on environment Take introductory courses at your institution Keep in contact with your academic advisor

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