Timeline: Choosing a Major

80% of college students change their major at least once but changing majors multiple times can delay graduation. UNA encourages students to declare a major within the first 45 hours of their college career. It’s important that you make a good decision as early as possible.

This timeline is a good guide for your first three semesters as an exploratory student at UNA.

Semester 1
  • Enroll in FYE 101
  • Review the UNA CATALOG to see the list of undergraduate degree programs and select your top 3 favorites.
  • Explore resources such as “What can I do with my major...”to see what types of career opportunities are associated with your favorite majors.
  • Meet with your exploratory advisor to discuss majors and plan for the next semester.

Semester 2
  • Meet with the Career Center to explore careers associated with majors of interest.
  • Continue General Education courses.
  • Attend Career Fair (spring semester) to connect with employers and start networking.
  • Join student organizations related to your interests.
  • Meet with your exploratory advisor. If you have identified a college of interest, Exploratory Advising will help with the transition to your new college.

Semester 3
  • Complete General Education classes.
  • If you’re ready, declare your major and schedule an appointment with your new college’s advisor.
  • Schedule an appointment with the Career Center to discuss internship and co-op opportunities in your major.
  • If you are still unsure about your major, talk with your exploratory advisor about the option of a double major or minors/concentrations.