Although there is no particular hurry to choose a major (after all, there are over 250 to choose from!), eventually, you must choose a field of study that will lead to a degree and to a career path. Your freshman year is a good time to do homework involved in choosing your major wisely. Because most college students change their major at least once before they graduate, however, this site is helpful for students who are considering changing their major as well.

The University of Akron offers a number of campus resources to aid in your career planning. Click on the links below to explore majors, careers, and the world of work in general. Choosing a major to support your career plans is an ongoing project - support it with useful research!

• Counseling, Testing & Career Center
• Center for Career Management
• S.I.G.I

If you need more specific help in finding a major and planning your career, University College is here to help. Take a look at the links below:

Questions to Consider	Majors	The Career Planning Class