6) Chemistry. As you know
from your class in high school, chemistry examines the composition,
structure, properties, and reactions of matter, the stuff of the
universe. The skills you gather as a chemistry major can be applied to
any number of fields, from pharmaceuticals to biotechnology to
environmentalism. Chemistry majors gain a strong background in the
sciences, spend some quality time in the lab, and often work as
chemists or chemical engineers in a wide variety of companies.
7) History. Not only will a history major prepare you to be an impressive contestant on Jeopardy!,
it will also make a fine foundation for a career in politics, activism,
law, or journalism. Many students find the stories of the past--whether
they involve ancient Greece or modern Africa--to be an exciting field
of study. If that's you, be prepared for lots of critical thinking and
a great deal of reading and writing. History majors may wind up in any
number of careers--from teaching to research--because they're good at
digging up information, remembering it, and finding patterns.
8) Political Science. Has there ever been a better
time to sign on for the academic study of politics and government? This
major breaks down everything from revolutions to political parties to
voting behavior and public policy all across the world. It's a pretty
broad subject involving heavy doses of reading and writing, even
statistical analysis. Many schools will want you to choose a
concentration, such as Comparative Politics, American Politics, or even
Political Economics. Post-graduation options include: politics,
campaign work, journalism, diplomacy, lobbying, and, of course, law
school.
9) Accounting. Here's a straightforward but fairly
technical and numbers-oriented major, combining economics, the
interpretation of financial data, and management skills. If you want to
go beyond the general title of "accountant," you might consider
specializing in auditing, taxes, or consulting. Pass a challenging exam
after graduation and you can earn the title of CPA (certified public
accountant), CMA (certified management accountant), or CIA (certified
internal auditor). It's a major for those who love math and business,
and don't mind snuggling up to a computer.
10) Sociology. This major--in which you study
collective human behavior and the social forces that influence
it--often leads to careers in social work or within non-profit
organizations serving specific (and often underserved) segments of the
population. You may also find your niche as a teacher, career
counselor, writer, politician, or criminologist. Fascinating college
courses will include the study of crime and violence, sex and gender,
family, race and ethnic relations, health and illness, social classes,
religion, community, and public policies. Sociology majors are often
compassionate folks who are driven to help the people in society who
need it most.
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