Major Explorers
How much you like your major and enjoy your classes is often the best indicator of how you will do academically!
If you're not sure what you want to study in college, you're not alone! Approximately 75% of American students start college undecided or change their major at least once. Many majors can provide you with the skills necessary to succeed! It's important to think of your major as a gateway to many opportunities and options.
Discover
Discover how your interests and strengths inform major and career decision making.
- Meet regularly with your dedicated EPAC advisor.
- Use self-assessment tools like PathwayU to identify your strengths and interests.
- Live in the Major and Career Exploration Living Learning Community.
- Enroll in UE 101: Major and Career Exploration Course.
- Access via UBlearns (requires UB login).
Connect
Connect with students, majors, and alums through exploratory programming and opportunities.
- Talk with EPAC Peer Ambassadors who successfully chose their major.
- Meet with department representatives, alums and area professionals from UB's 150+ majors at major and career-related events.
- Participate in experiential learning and research, student clubs and education abroad.
- Network with professionals in your field of interest.
Decide
Decide on your major and graduate on time.
- Apply to your major before reaching 60 credits.
- Opt to take summer and winter courses to stay on pace.
- Seek advice from faculty mentors and students in your chosen major.
- Gain real-world experience through volunteering and internships.
- Get inspiration, resources and tools to help design your life in the .
Web Resources
Changing Your Major to Exploratory
Review several tips to help you decide.