Not sure what to major in? Interview interesting & cool adults you know. Find out what they do & how they do it and then use that information to help make decisions on which majors would best suit you and your interests.
If you do your research on you and your schools, you should be able to develop a college list that meets your values, interests, personality-style and skills (your VIPS) but that also gives you a good chance of being admitted and earning a merit scholarship.
You need to max out the academic opportunities at your high school by taking the most challenging courses in the subjects that are most interesting to you. This is part of building your brand as an applicant.
Better yet, find things that you believe in. Whether it’s through your high school or the local community – there are opportunities everywhere to start building your brand. Nothing you feel passionate about yet? Be willing to try something new.
Here’s four ways to start exploring career options before you settle on a major. Do your homework now, so that you feel more informed and more confident heading into college!
