Boise State University Career Guide - 2025 - Flipbook - Page 5
MAJOR EXPLORATION
What are you going to do with your major?
Are you being asked that question?
Choosing a major can be overwhelming,
but the reality is a major does not always
determine your career. While some majors
are intended to lead to specifc career
paths, many majors leave the door open for
you to choose from endless possibilities.
College is about more than preparing for
a specifc job. It is about developing skills
and preparing for success in your personal
and professional life, something which many
diferent majors can help you achieve.
Tips for Finding a Major That Fits Your Interests and Goals
1. Your major is not your identity.
5. Use Boise State resources.
Choosing a major is a chance to explore your
interests, learn discipline-specifc knowledge, and
develop valuable skills, but it’s just one piece of your
multifaceted identity. Be curious and explore diferent
felds with an open mind.
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2. A major does not define your career path
for the rest of your life.
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The skills you gain in your major can be applied to
many jobs, including jobs you might not know about
and ones that don’t even exist yet.
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3. Pick a major with classes that sound
exciting to you.
Choosing classes you’ll enjoy and excel in will help you
stay engaged and set you up for success.
4. There is no single “right” answer.
Don’t feel pressured to fnd your “perfect” major. In
reality, there could be multiple majors that interest you
and can support your career goals.
Make an appointment
with Career Services
Scan the QR code or go to
boisestate.edu/career/appointments
PathwayU: This self-guided career assessment
uses scientifc algorithms to help you explore
career options based on your interests,
personality, values, and workplace preferences.
What Can I Do with This Major: This tool will help
you explore career options and strategies related
to academic programs.
Major Finder: This interactive tool helps you
explore, search, and flter Boise State degree
options based on your interests.
Major Exploration Advising: Academic advisors
who specialize in major exploration within the
Advising and Academic Support Center will help
you explore your goals and build course options to
evaluate majors of interest.
6. Ask for help.
Boise State has many people who can be resources
for you in this process. We recommend scheduling
an appointment with a Career Counselor at Career
Services or a Major Exploration Advisor in the Advising
and Academic Support Center.
Make an appointment
with the Advising and
Academic Support Center
Scan the QR code or go to
boisestate.edu/aasc/
explore-change-majors
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