#10- Recognizing Truth

There are many misrepresentations for being undecided in your major. People think that they need to decide on a major as soon as they enter college, which is not the case. It is good to give yourself time if you are not 100% sure on what you want to do for the rest of your life.

Most believe that nobody else is undecided, which is completely untrue. Going into college being undeclared is very normal to do. In fact, each year one-third of the freshman class at Plymouth State goes in being undecided (Center para. 2). Every university has enough help to support you along the way of finding the field for you.

Some students think that there is a certain test that will tell you the major for you. Taking a career-type test could help you lead in the direction what you are interested in, but sadly there is no test to tell you what you have to major in. Scheduling meetings with your advisor, going to programs and activities on campus, and looking into depth in different majors will lead you in the right direction (Center para. 3).

People are always complaining about how they know all the majors they do not like, but cannot find that one major that they are completely interested in. Freshman year is a great time to narrow down what you love and do not love from the numerous amount of majors. To help explore your options, you can always use the Degree Planning Guide to find your interest (Center para. 4).

Those who are undecided go in with the fear that it will take them longer to graduate. Contrary to belief, "Studies say that up to 75% of students entering college change their major before graduation" (Center para. 5). This should be the least of an undecided majors worries. The advisors will help you and make sure you are on the right path, being able to graduate on time.

Students think that if they do not declare their major freshman year, then they will not be able to get into the program that they want in the future. This should not make students worry because students who are undecided have the same opportunities as those who have a major. The advisors job is to make sure that you are in good academic standing for going into the major that you are interested in (Center para. 6).

For some people, they believe that when they choose a major, they have to give up on all their other interests. You should not feel limited at all. You are able to combine programs or a major and minor that will allow you to study what you are interested in. Also, you can always take electives that you are interested even though you may not major or minor in it. Doing extracurricular activities could also help you balance your interests out!

Overall, people have to get over the "myths" of being an undecided major. Everyone just assumes all these things, that clearly are not true. It is good to always stay open minded no matter what.



-Julia

"Center for Student Success." "Undeclared" Myths: Debunked! Web. 16 Oct. 2016.

Undecided about your Major? 2016. Web. 27 Nov. 2016.