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The following resource questions are suggested to help students seek information while attending the Annual Majors Fair:

1.      What are the required courses for this major, minor, or certificate?
 

2.      What classes should a student take to get a sense of what the major will be like?
 

3.      Is there a minimum GPA requirement for this major or an application/acceptance process?
 

4.      Are there any student clubs or organizations that a student can join once an academic program is chosen?
 

5.      What is your department’s philosophy on internships and field experience? When should a student start looking for an internship?
 

6.      What are the career options in this major? What are some of the job titles in this field?
 

7.      Who can I talk to if I have additional questions?

8.      Are there departmental/professional affiliations I should join once I choose a program?
 

9.      What are the career prospects of graduates of your program?
 

10.  In addition to academic coursework, how can I prepare myself for occupations utilizing this degree/major?
 

11.  Will a bachelor's degree in this major prepare me for a job in this field, or will I more than likely need to pursue graduate work?

12. What are the required prerequisites and/or predictor courses for this major?
 

13.  What are some advantages of having a dual major, minor, or secondary major?

14.  Are there any other workshops or events that I can attend if I am interested in this major?

15.  Are there any service learning activities I can pursue that might help me explore or gain experience related to this major?