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How to find your Major in High School?

Author: Sameet T

Editor: Aniq S


Particularly when you're still in high school, selecting your intended major for college can be a stressful task. But there are some things you can do to guide your decision on what industry and subject will be a fantastic fit for you. Before you graduate from high school, follow these steps to decide what major you want to pursue.


Consider your Strong Points

Before anything else, it's crucial to think about your hobbies, shortcomings, and skills. What academic subjects do you excel in? Do any particular subjects or courses catch your interest more than others? Is there a course where you simply keep track of the passing seconds? Think carefully about each of your classes.

Before making any additional choices about your chosen major, it's critical to understand who you are. Think about all three, and you might discover a field and potential profession that appeals to you.


Take Dual Credit or AP Courses in your Senior year

Many high schools provide senior students with access to college courses. This is your chance to earn credits while gaining practical experience in a college course! Try adding one or two of a certain class to your schedule for the following year if it interests you, such as College English or College Psychology.

You will gain useful experience from these classes that you can apply to your hobbies and skills beyond high school. You'll also gain a jump start on your college career thanks to it! You can enroll in the more challenging classes while the other freshman is taking the more basic ones.


Talk to your Counselor

It might be time to speak with your guidance counselor if you're still unsure about what career route would be ideal for you or if it's too late to register for college courses for your senior year. In the end, that is why they are there! They can support you throughout the entire college process, including assisting you in selecting a desired major.

They will discuss your interests, shortcomings, and capabilities with you to establish areas of agreement. Their comments and guidance might lead you down a road you hadn't previously considered. Ask them for further details if a particular degree or vocation interests you, and when you go home, start your investigation.


Visit a Career Center

When you're unsure about what to pursue, career centers offered by some colleges might be a great resource. Many provide exams in addition to future-focused counsel. They have ideas and career options you may not have thought about, much like your guidance counselor.

If your high school doesn't offer a career center, check to see if there is one nearby or at the community college in your area.


Knowing what you want to do when you graduate from high school and as you start your freshman year is a smart idea because most institutions ask for it on the application. However, be aware that your major is probably not set in stone. If you decide the major isn't for you, you can change it, but keep in mind that there can be challenges if you do


Sameet T is a current student majoring in architecture. He created Schooller Education alongside with Aniq S bringing his years of experience in high school to help students achieve success in high school when he didn't get a chance to know a lot about it.

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