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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When you don't get into the classes that you would like to be in, use those times as opportunities to take other classes that interest you or may not align with your intended major at all. Remember as you go, that your major doesn't equal your career. I majored in business and then hopped into a corporate job out of college. I found that I didn't like the corporate world, and then by a random assortment of experiences and jobs I had (Orientation leader etc.), I decided to make a switch toward pursuing a career in counseling.
