"What do you want to major in?", is a never-ending question hanging above my head, and to be quite frank, I have no clue. I've always been an indecisive person, so applying for colleges now, is making me realize how much of a struggle it really is for me to make up my mind. The "Majors" section of the applications is forcing me to rediscover my passions and interests in order to find a suitable major for myself, and let me tell you, I've never been so overwhelmed in my entire life. I never realized there were so many things I've wanted to do in the future. I can't seem to decide between a veterinarian or a teacher, a business woman or an FBI Agent, a medical examiner or a forensic scientist. So my question is, would colleges consider me to be an unappealing candidate if I were to apply undeclared?
- Jasmine Kim
Jasmine, a lot of people apply as undeclared because they are in the same situation as you. There are applicants everywhere that are unsure of their future plans because they haven't found their true passion yet. Colleges and universities purposefully created the undeclared option for applicants just like you. Undeclared doesn't make you an unappealing candidate; in fact, I'm sure any college will be lucky to have you. Admissions directors judge undeclared applicants as if "Undeclared" was major. The problem with choosing to apply undeclared is there are a lot of other applicants who are also applying undeclared, so there will be more competition to be admitted into the college/university. Hopefully this helps you out!
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Like what Javan said their a lot of people are thinking about the same thing javan pretty much told you what the outcome will most likely be but still you need to apply to more then one or two.If your still thinking about what your going to be then apply to college that you want to be like for FBI apply to a college that has that. "Undeclared" is a label not something you should worry about i don't think i make sense but hopefully you get alright.
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Roman Barraza
I don't believe it'll make you seem any less interesting. Colleges understand your situation because your're not the only one who is struggling with this same problem. It always comes down to just more than what you want to major in for being accepted. You're in soccer and are very involved. There is more beneath the surface than just being "undecided" on a major. Colleges know that. You will not be unappealing.
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ReplyDeleteGood afternoon Jasmine. Applying undeclared has both pros and cons to consider. A pro is that you have more time to consider what career path you would like to embark on. It's important to really consider what you would like to spend the next four years studying. Therefore, if you aren't sure what you'd like to major in, then apply to your university of choice as undeclared. A con of applying as undeclared is that you may fall behind in classes once you do choose a major. Also, certain top universities are more competitive to get accepted to if applying as undeclared. Overall, applying undeclared to most universities won't hurt your chances of acceptance.
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Going in undeclared would most certainly not make your application unappealing. Colleges created the option undeclared specifically for students like you. Many students before you either had no clue what they wanted to be or simply had too many career choices to choose from just like you, so they went to college undeclared. Being undeclared is actually not a bad thing, it can give you more time and opportunity to decide on which career choice is best for you. Honestly, if I were you, I would choose to be a veterinarian considering the love you have for animals and the amount of money they make as well. I wish you the best in your future !
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I really don't think it matters if you put "undeclared" as you're applying to college. Colleges just want you to come to their school based upon important attributes like test scores, GPA, and what makes you stand out as an individual. Also, colleges want money, so as long as they're getting paid, your choice of what to major in, is completely up to you. Therefore, if you are unsure or don't know what to put for your major, choosing undeclared shouldn't be a bad option. -LaVanton Gilmore
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