Your major consists of at least 50 credits and makes up about one-third of your bachelor’s degree program.
Majors and MinorsA 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.
Learn more about UW minorsLearn 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.
Learn moreI changed my major three times before declaring during my junior year. I never decided for certain which direction I wanted to take, so I ultimately picked the major I most enjoyed - Creative Writing. Take classes that interest and motivate you (bonus points if the content is completely new and unfamiliar), find a mentor to guide you, and know that your undergraduate major does not define your career.