Undeclared
If you’re not sure what to major in, that’s OK. You’re not the only one.
Not Sure What to Major In? That’s OK. Start Undeclared at Pitt-Bradford
You don’t need to have it all figured out, especially not at 17 or 18. At the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, you can start your college journey as an undeclared major and still stay on track to graduate on time.
Choosing “undeclared” means you’ll get the freedom to explore different subjects while earning credits toward your degree. It’s an innovative and flexible option for students who want to discover their passion, rather than just choose a path.
Why Go Undeclared at Pitt-Bradford?
Explore Before You Decide
Take a variety of courses in areas like business, psychology, biology, criminal justice, and more. Discover what excites you, and what doesn’t.
Personalized Academic Advising
Work one-on-one with an advisor who will guide you through your options and help you create a customized academic plan based on your interests and strengths.
Stay on Track to Graduate
You can spend your first year exploring without delaying graduation. Most students declare a major by the end of their sophomore year.
Support Every Step of the Way
From small class sizes to tutoring, career services, and hands-on learning opportunities, we’ll support you as you figure out what’s next.
There are also several things you can do to help find a major that fits your personality, skills, values and strengths:
- Take courses that explore different fields of study. You can typically complete this requirement while fulfilling your general education requirements.
- Read about the majors we offer. Don’t eliminate a major just because you don’t know what it is.
- Get involved in student organizations and/or community service projects that can help you explore different academic interests.
- Conduct informational interviews and/or arrange shadowing experiences with professionals in your field of interest.
- Talk to friends, family members and colleagues about their major and/or career to see if any of them interest you.
- Visit your faculty advisor, the Advising Center or our Coordinator of Career Services in the Office of Student Affairs for information on major and career options.