<p>So I'm about, oh, 70% sure that I want to major in Sociology in college. The thing is I'm interested in many things ranging from physics to international relations and have no idea what I want to do, as far as a career goes. I'm declaring my major before I go to school because I've heard rumors that going undecided is what the majority of applicants do and it would lower my chances for admission. Also, I don't want to waste my time looking while I'm actually in college because I'd be taking time away from my studies of my actual degree. How do I explore an area in more depth? Any suggestions?</p>
<p>Read things that are published in that subject, it’s really that simple.</p>
<p>However, I think most students should enter college undecided unless they have extensive experience in something (intense math/science projects since middle school, instrument since age 4 etc.) and are confident that that is what they want to do. Otherwise, college should be a time to explore, and is best experienced with an open mind. Besides, no matter how much you read up on subjects, unless you’re a boring person there should be more than one thing that interests you (even if you aren’t aware of it), and thus you should wait until you learn even more about each field of study in college to actually make a decision.</p>
<p>career center, shadowing, internet, articles, askinging students, forums, etc.</p>
<p>Definitely read read read! Libraries, used book stores, search college and career sites. So many people have professional web sites and blogs now so you might find useful information there too. Sometimes you can even get internships even if you’re not in college yet, and this might at least give you an idea of what you’re getting yourself into. If not, it never hurts to try to get in touch with a professional and ask them questions.</p>
<p>Also, entering school undecided might not be the best plan because you might miss out on different scholarship opportunities. At least your first semester should be spent taking your basic general education requirements (math, science, history, English, etc.) so you’ll definitely have plenty of time to figure out exactly what you want to do.</p>
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<li>It is not true that applying without knowing your major lowers your chances of admission. Besides, you can always put down one or two majors that do interest you, and then change it later. A high percentage of students change their majors.</li>
<li>It is nor a waste of time to decide on a major after entering college, and it doesn’t necessarily take away from your studies. In fact, you’ll make a better choice onece you’ve actually been exposed to some courses in college. You’ll have general ed requirements that will give you any opportunity to explore different subjects.</li>
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<p>I’ll just give you a recommendation: Finance. Everyone likes money. Finance is the study of money. Therefore you’ll be studying what you like.</p>
<p>Bahahahaa! TRUE THAT!</p>
<p>I read books related to my major and watched lectures on iTunes U. Can’t go wrong that way.</p>