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Being undecided 
There are many reasons you may enter UAF as a General Studies major:
Students often ask, "Is it bad to be undecided?" There is not a simple "yes" or "no" answer. There are a number of things to keep in mind. To graduate in four years, it is best to decide on your specific major and never change that major until graduation. The reality is that, on average, students change their majors two to three times. Knowing this, students who are "undecided" may really be in a better position—they have been honest in recognizing they are not sure what career path or major they want to pursue. The best thing an "undecided" or General Studies student can do is to immediately begin taking advantage of campus resources to assist in choosing a major. There are two offices with trained professionals who will know the best way to help students determine options and directions leading to a UAF degree. These are the Academic Advising Center and the Office of Career Services, both located on the fifth floor of the Gruening Building. It is recommended that you have a pretty good idea of a major (or major choices) by the middle of your second semester and ideally have chosen one by your sophomore year. The sequencing of courses and possible prerequisites for many majors makes it important to not delay narrowing down the options. "Undecided" may mean it could take longer than 4 years to graduate. However, it may take longer than 4 years for any student to graduate, even if they entered with a declared major. It is important to follow a route that will lead to a positive degree outcome and career path. |
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