MAPS
Deciding to Decide
What else do I need to know to select a major?
If I have all the information I need, and still can't decide, what is the problem?
Do I need help with decision-making skills?
What can I do?
Consult with my advisor/mentor.
Attend a decision-making workshop by the Counseling Center
See a counselor to discuss what's holding you back:
- negative thinking?
- fear of commitment?
- fear of making the "wrong" choice?
- too many choices?
- conflict between "wants" and "shoulds?"
- conflict between my wants and the desires of significant others?
Epilogue
The one constant point in an ever-changing age is the critical importance of grades. If you earn good grades (a 3.0 or higher), you will have more and better choices. If you earn poor grades, you'll have poor choices. Some of our most popular majors require higher grades to declare. You cannot afford to slack off, at any time. Be prepared to study a minimum of two hours for every hour you spend in class. A full schedule includes 15 hours of classes. If you add 30 hours of study time to that, you have 45 hours--the equivalent of a full-time job. If you treat your educational journey as if it were a full-time job, you will be in excellent practice for the real World of Work that you'll encounter upon graduation. You will do well.
The more "homework" you do now in finding a major and preparing for your career, the easier it will be to make the "right" choice when the time comes. At any time during your major selection process, feel free to contact the Division of Undeclared Majors to talk with a staff member about your progress. You may call the Division at 717-477-1395 or e-mail us at tacony@wharf.ship.edu for an appointment.
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