Information for Undeclared Students
UNDECLARED STUDENT? WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
AACC understands that selecting a program of study (major) is a big and often confusing decision. We would like to help you select courses that fit well with your future plans and are committed to helping you explore interests, values, and personality types and to discover majors and occupations that you will find interesting and rewarding.
WHEN MUST I DECIDE?
If you are an undeclared degree-seeking student, you are required to select a degree by the time you have earned 24 credits.
If you are an undeclared certificate-seeking student, you are required to select a certificate by the time you have earned 7 credits.
What do I do? There are many activities and resources to help you make this important decision!
- Read the college catalog for descriptions of the different curricula and programs.
- Use electives to take survey or introductory courses in your areas of interest.
- Call Counseling, Advising and Retention Services at 410-777-2307 to:
- schedule an appointment for free career counseling, interest testing, and access to computerized career decision-making systems
- sign up for workshops designed especially to help you decide on a major and a career such as "Choosing a Major that Fits Your Personality" and "Help! I'm Still Undecided"
- Register for a PSY 100, a 3-credit career development and assessment course.
- Learn about the job market, employment trends, and specific career areas by:
- talking to the career services counselors on your campus
- reviewing the Occupational Outlook Handbook and other career-related materials available in Counseling, Advising and Retention Services office or any library.
- Get some work experience (i.e., part-time, full-time, summer, seasonal, work study, internships, co-op, etc.) in your areas of interest.
- Talk to advanced students who are majoring in the areas you are considering.
- Talk to department heads, program coordinators, and faculty in all the major areas you are considering.
- Talk to people currently employed in the areas you are considering.
Are you undecided about an area of study but want to earn a degree or certificate?
Choose one of these study options:
Undeclared Transfer Prep
Undeclared Career Prep
Undeclared Certificate
Last Updated: Oct 26 2007 11:20AM