One of the most important decisions you’ll make either before or after you start college is what major you’ll pursue. A major is your primary course of study while attending college. Most bachelor degree programs require every student to fulfill a certain amount of general credit hours. Generals include courses in English, history, math and political science and are typically finished prior to launching into major courses. Most colleges require that you select a major by your sophomore year in college. During your junior and senior years in college most your courses will concentrate primarily on completing your major.
If you already know which career you want to pursue upon graduation, you’ll want to make sure any college you attend offers a major or degree track that supports your long-term career objectives. If you’re undecided, you’ll want to make sure you select a college that offers a large variety of majors to choose from.