<p>While mostly a question, I'd love to hear other people's experiences, but I am just an average student.. I get straight A's and can master (almost) everything given to me. However, I am not passionate about anything. I may be great at math, science, literature, and business, but I don't really care what my career path will be as long as I can sustain myself comfortably. Does anyone have any thoughts on what I should do?</p>
<p>There has to be something you lean towards? Part of selecting a school/being a strong applicant is being able to sell yourself for being accepted to study a specific thing.</p>
<p>Do you have any industries in mind that might interest you? Are you going to want a FT 9-6 desk job? Something that involves a lot of travel? Freelancing? Contract work? </p>
<p>I mean, I’d say if you think you could do well as a math/science major that those are always good to go with–no one needs another English major (if you’re not super passionate about English, it’s a useless degree b/c it’s all about how you apply it). Caveat for science: if you’re not really good at organic chem, don’t go for Chemistry, Biology or pre-med. That course BROKE people at my school. Not for the only lightly interested! What about Earth Sciences? Could you see yourself working in that field?</p>
<p>You might enjoy a Communications degree? It’s pretty general but not as general as English, or as specific as journalism (which attracts really passionate writers; it would be hard to stand out). Economics? I know econ majors that have gone on to do interesting things, including working for the government.</p>
<p>Maybe, if being gainfully employed is your end game, you should look at schools known for strong internship/study abroad opportunities. You can pick a major that gives you a solid skill set and then use the school programs to get work experience.</p>
<p>Keep your mind open while you take your gen eds at your college. Something will probably appeal to you.</p>