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<p>I’m currently a freshman, rounding up on my third quarter and I have yet to choose a major. Currently I’m following a pre-med track and I’ve nearly finished all my general educations courses, so I really need to start taking major coursework. I’m not 100% on the medical school, so I need a major that is flexible. I’m also planning to attend some time of graduate/professional school. I’ve spoken with many advisors, all of whom have told me that an undergraduate major is not really important as long as you go to graduate school. The purpose of it is more or less to give you an education in an area. I don’t have a strong interest in anything, but here are some preferences I have:</p>

<li>I would really like to travel - A LOT. I have no desire for stability.</li>
<li>Unfortunately money is a high priority. I’m looking to make 70K-100K out of all my schooling.</li>
<li>I’m comfortable with math/science, but I’m more interested in arts/humanities. I think a combination would be perfect. Double major?</li>
<li>I would prefer a job with an irregular work schedule. Again no desire for stability.</li>
<li>Positive job outlook is a must.</li>
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<p>As you could probably see, I like the unconventional. I’m not too keen on the typical careers like doctor, lawyer, teacher, etc. I want to do something unique and worthwhile. I want the sort of job I can devote myself to. Preferably something on an international basis. Also since I’m already taking pre-med courses (which equates to a life sciences minor) I’m not sure I need to major in anything science related.</p>

<p>I appreciate any help.</p>

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<p>air plane pilot?</p>

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<p>Epidemiology/public health sounds like it might be a good bet. It involves quite a bit of travel and helping people, and you can make good money with an MPH. Some schools encourage combining anthropology with public health, so that takes care of your humanities interest. Job prospects in public health keep getting better. Pretty much any major can lead to public health.</p>

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<p>I'm not sure this is true. When I got my master's in epidemiology, I didn't have a medical or work background, so I got a Master's of Health Sciences, rather than an MPH. To get an MPH, at least at Hopkins, you had to have an MD, RN, or other clinical health experience. If this interests you, check with the schools of public health for their requirements.</p>

<p>You say you've spoken with many "advisors" - have you talked to the Career Center?</p>