What can I do to get started researching options for a new major?
There are several steps you can take to help you begin the process of exploring and selecting a new major.
Taking Stock
One of the best ways to get started is to learn how you make decisions, starting with reflecting on how you made the decision to choose your current major.
Read the questions below, or print this worksheet.
- How did you choose your current major?
- What factor or key points did you consider in making your decision?
- What has changed that is facilitating the need to find a new major? What are the reasons to change majors?
- What are your interests?
- In what areas do you excel?
- What classes do you enjoy?
- In what subjects do you excel?
Write out your answers
Schedule an appointment to see an EXP advisor.
Bring your completed worksheet to your appointment.
Reviewing Your Options
Knowing what your options are is an important step in the major exploration process.
Review the Ohio State majors.
Review the following web sites.
Print off pages from these sites of majors or careers of interest.
