Your major consists of at least 50 credits and makes up about one-third of your bachelor’s degree program.
Majors and Minors
A minor is an additional area of specialization (25-35 credits). You are not required to have a minor, but you may complete up to three in addition to a major. See if there is a minor you are interested in on our list of minors.
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Learn about the how high-impact practices (HIPs) can enhance your academic experience and how to get involved, and learn about other ways to get involved on campus.
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Learn how social science majors connect to real-world issues while exploring your interests and what you want to pursue next at UW.
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Curious about undergraduate research but unsure where to begin? Gain the skills and knowledge to start on your research journey. Learn why research matters, what it looks like in practice, how to find and apply for research opportunities across disciplines, and the importance of mentorship, networking, and gaining hands-on experience.
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Years before I even applied for colleges, I was already planning to major in Public Health. I was denied from Public Health early on, but I applied again. Waiting to hear back, I had a gap quarter where I took some education classes while also working as an Orientation Leader in the Education field. I fell in love with working with people and realized that I was passionate about serving people and furthering educational equity. Ultimately I was accepted into Public Health, but I turned down the offer and chose to declare Education, Communities, and Organizations instead!
