Major Decisions A Guide to Choosing a Course of Study.

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Major Decisions A Guide to Choosing a Course of Study

Typical College Majors Computer Science Information Sciences Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Computer Engineering Chemical Engineering Accounting Business Administration Marketing Economics/Finance Liberal Arts Communications

Consider the Following… 1.Select a subject you like. 2.Do you have specific graduate school requirements? 3.Do you have specific career goals? 4.Does the starting salary matter? 5.A double major or a major and a minor may allow you more flexibility. 6.Be open to new ideas.

Conclusion Select a major you enjoy. Consider the effect of the major on your graduate school applications. Consider the effect of the major on your career goals. Do not be afraid to change your mind.