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Questions to Ask About Prospective Majors
  1. What topics will I study?
  2. What methodological approaches does the discipline utilize?
  3. What are the course requirements for this major?
  4. Will I enjoy these courses and why?
  5. What classes will be easiest and most challenging for me?
  6. What minors or other courses might complement this major?
  7. Will there be opportunities for internships, faculty research, and/or experiential learning?
  8. What skills will this major help me develop?
  9. Is graduate school usually required to work in fields associated with this major?
  10. What kinds of jobs do other students in this major pursue?

 

 

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