Majors with Career Opportunities
Discover majors with diverse career opportunities to help you plan and achieve your professional goals. Some careers may require an advanced degree.
Social Sciences and Humanities
Department | Major | Examples of Potential Job Opportunities |
|---|---|---|
Behavioral Sciences | Political Science (BA) | Policy Analyst, Legislative Assistant, Public Relations Specialist, Political Consultant, Campaign Manager, Intelligence Analyst, Diplomat |
Behavioral Sciences | Psychology (BA) | Clinical Psychologist, School Counselor, Human Resources Specialist, Market Research Analyst, Case Manager, Behavioral Therapist, Rehabilitation Specialist |
Behavioral Sciences | Sociology (BA) | Social Worker, Urban Planner, Market Research Analyst, Policy Analyst, Community Outreach Coordinator, Human Services Specialist, Sociologist |
History, Philosophy, and Anthropology | Anthropology (BA) | Cultural Anthropologist, Museum Curator, Archaeologist, Forensic Anthropologist, Research Analyst, Corporate Anthropologist, Cultural Resource Manager |
History, Philosophy, and Anthropology | Black Studies (BA) | Civil Rights Advocate, Diversity and Inclusion Specialist, Community Organizer, Cultural Program Coordinator, Educator, Public Policy Advisor |
History, Philosophy, and Anthropology | History (BA) | Historian, Archivist, Museum Curator, Educator, Research Analyst, Public Historian, Political Analyst, Historical Consultant |
History, Philosophy, and Anthropology | Interdisciplinary Studies (BA) | Nonprofit Manager, Community Organizer, Project Coordinator, Policy Analyst, Program Director, Educator, Researcher |
History, Philosophy, and Anthropology | Philosophy (BA) | Ethics Consultant, Policy Advisor, Lawyer, Educator, Nonprofit Manager, Writer, Public Relations Specialist, Mediator |
English | English (BA) | Editor, Writer, Copywriter, Technical Writer, Publisher, Content Manager, Educator, Public Relations Specialist, Communications Coordinator |
English | Journalism (BA) | Journalist, News Reporter, Editor, Content Strategist, Social Media Manager, Communications Specialist, Investigative Reporter, Broadcast Journalist |
World Languages, Literatures, and Humanities | French (BA) | Translator, Interpreter, Foreign Language Teacher, Diplomat, International Business Specialist, Tour Guide, Cultural Advisor |
World Languages, Literatures, and Humanities | Spanish (BA) | Translator, Interpreter, Foreign Language Teacher, International Business Specialist, Diplomat, Social Worker, Cultural Advisor, Community Outreach Coordinator |
Social Work | Social Work (BS/MSW) | Clinical Social Worker, School Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, Child Welfare Specialist, Medical Social Worker, Substance Abuse Counselor, Community Service Manager |
Natural and Environmental Sciences
Department | Major | Examples of Potential Job Opportunities |
|---|---|---|
Biology | Biology (BA/BS) | Biologist, Research Scientist, Environmental Consultant, Laboratory Technician, Genetic Counselor, Pharmaceutical Sales Representative, Biomedical Engineer |
Biology | Biotechnology (BS) | Biotechnologist, Clinical Research Coordinator, Biomedical Engineer, Quality Control Analyst, Bioprocessing Technician, Research Scientist |
Biology | Clinical Trials Management (MS) | Clinical Research Coordinator, Clinical Trials Manager, Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Data Manager, Quality Assurance Auditor, Medical Science Liaison |
Chemistry | Chemistry (BA/BS) | Chemist, Laboratory Technician, Quality Control Analyst, Research Scientist, Environmental Chemist, Pharmaceutical Chemist, Chemical Engineer |
Chemistry | Pharmaceutical Science (BS) | Pharmaceutical Scientist, Drug Development Specialist, Quality Assurance Specialist, Regulatory Affairs Associate, Clinical Research Coordinator, Medical Sales Representative |
Chemistry | Pharmaceutical Science and Business (MS) | Pharmaceutical Business Analyst, Product Manager, Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Business Development Manager, Clinical Research Manager |
Earth and Physical Sciences | Geology (BS) | Geologist, Environmental Consultant, Hydrogeologist, Geological Technician, Environmental Scientist, Natural Resource Manager, Petroleum Geologist |
Earth and Physical Sciences | Physics (BS) | Physicist, Research Scientist, Data Analyst, Engineering Technician, Medical Physicist, Aerospace Engineer, Radiation Protection Specialist |
Earth and Physical Sciences | Environmental Health Science (BS) | Environmental Health Specialist, Industrial Hygienist, Environmental Consultant, Public Health Inspector, Sustainability Coordinator, Occupational Health Specialist |
Arts and Communication
Department | Major | Examples of Potential Job Opportunities |
|---|---|---|
Performing and Fine Arts | Art History (BA) | Art Historian, Museum Curator, Gallery Director, Art Critic, Conservator, Auction House Specialist, Art Educator |
Performing and Fine Arts | Art Studio (BA) | Visual Artist, Illustrator, Graphic Designer, Art Director, Animator, Art Teacher, Gallery Owner, Creative Director |
Performing and Fine Arts | Communication Technology (BS) | Multimedia Specialist, Web Designer, Digital Media Producer, Graphic Designer, UX/UI Designer, Content Creator, Video Production Manager |
Performing and Fine Arts | Music (BA) | Musician, Music Teacher, Composer, Music Producer, Sound Engineer, Music Therapist, Conductor, Band Director |
Performing and Fine Arts | Speech Communication (BA) | Public Relations Specialist, Speech Writer, Communications Consultant, Corporate Trainer, Media Relations Manager, Broadcast Journalist, Public Speaking Coach |
Performing and Fine Arts | Theatre Arts (BA) | Actor, Director, Playwright, Stage Manager, Theatre Educator, Production Designer, Costume Designer |
Business and Management
Department | Major | Examples of Potential Job Opportunities |
|---|---|---|
Accounting and Finance | Accounting (BS) | Accountant, Auditor, Financial Analyst, Tax Consultant, Forensic Accountant, Budget Analyst, Financial Planner |
Accounting and Finance | Finance (BS) | Financial Analyst, Investment Banker, Portfolio Manager, Financial Planner, Risk Manager, Credit Analyst, Corporate Finance Officer |
Business and Economics | Aviation Management (BS/MS) | Airport Manager, Airline Operations Manager, Aviation Safety Inspector, Air Traffic Controller, Aviation Consultant, Airline Finance Manager, Aviation Policy Analyst |
Business and Economics | Business Administration (BS) | Business Analyst, Operations Manager, Marketing Manager, Project Manager, Sales Manager, Human Resources Manager, Management Consultant |
Business and Economics | Economics (BS) | Economist, Financial Analyst, Policy Analyst, Data Analyst, Economic Consultant, Market Research Analyst, Business Consultant |
Business and Economics | Human Resource Management (BS) | Human Resources Manager, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Employee Relations Specialist, Training and Development Manager, Compensation and Benefits Analyst |
Business and Economics | Information Systems Management (BS) | IT Manager, Systems Analyst, Network Administrator, Database Administrator, IT Project Manager, Cybersecurity Analyst, Business Systems Analyst |
Business and Economics | Marketing (BS) | Marketing Manager, Brand Manager, Digital Marketing Specialist, Market Research Analyst, Sales Manager, Advertising Executive, Public Relations Manager |
Health and Human Services
Department | Major | Examples of Potential Job Opportunities |
|---|---|---|
Health and Human Performance | Community Health Education (BS) | Community Health Educator, Public Health Advocate, Health Promotion Specialist, Wellness Coordinator, Program Manager, Health Policy Analyst, Health Communications Specialist |
Health and Human Performance | Gerontological Studies and Services (BS) | Geriatric Care Manager, Aging Services Coordinator, Gerontologist, Senior Services Manager, Long-Term Care Administrator, Elder Care Specialist, Program Director |
Health and Human Performance | Health Teacher, All Grades (BS) | Health Educator, School Health Coordinator, Public Health Educator, Curriculum Developer, Health Program Administrator |
Health and Human Performance | Health Promotion Management (BS) | Health Promotion Manager, Wellness Program Coordinator, Corporate Wellness Specialist, Health Coach, Public Health Educator, Health Communications Specialist |
Health and Human Performance | Movement Science (BS) | Exercise Physiologist, Kinesiologist, Sports Scientist, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Athletic Trainer, Physical Therapist, Wellness Program Coordinator |
Health and Human Performance | Public Health (BS) | Public Health Analyst, Epidemiologist, Health Policy Analyst, Community Health Worker, Public Health Educator, Environmental Health Specialist, Health Program Coordinator |
Health and Human Performance | Physical Education (BS) | Physical Education Teacher, Athletic Director, Sports Coach, Fitness Trainer, Recreation Program Director, Sports Coordinator, Wellness Coordinator |
Health and Human Performance | Biology/ Education 7-12 (BA) | |
Health and Human Performance | Chemistry/ Education 7-12 (BS) | |
Health and Human Performance | Earth Science/Education 7-12 (BS) | |
Health and Human Performance | Mathematics Education 7-12 (BS) | |
Health and Human Performance | Mathematics/Teacher Education 5-9 (BS) | |
Health and Human Performance | History Education/Middle School Extension (BA) | |
Health and Human Performance | English Education/Middle School Extension (BA) | Middle School Teacher, High school Teacher, Adult Basic and Secondary Education and ESL Teachers |
Health and Human Performance | Interdisciplinary Studies / Teacher Education 1-6 (BA) | |
Health and Human Performance | Spanish Childhood Bilingual Education (BA) | Middle School Teacher, High school Teacher, Interpreters and Translators |
Nursing | Generic Nursing (BS) | Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Educator, Public Health Nurse, Nurse Case Manager, School Nurse, Nurse Administrator |
Nursing | Nursing (BS) | Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Researcher, Nurse Administrator, Nursing Instructor, Clinical Nurse Leader, Nurse Consultant, Healthcare Policy Analyst |
Occupational Therapy | Occupational Therapy (BSMS) | Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation Specialist, Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Geriatric Occupational Therapist, Hand Therapist, Mental Health Occupational Therapist, Program Director |
Health Professions | Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology (BS/MS) | Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist, Laboratory Manager, Clinical Research Coordinator, Molecular Technologist, Pathology Assistant, Forensic Scientist |
Health Professions | Health Science (BS) | Health Services Manager, Public Health Educator, Health Policy Analyst, Healthcare Consultant, Community Health Worker, Health Data Analyst |
Health Professions | Physician Assistant (MS) |
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Department | Major | Examples of Potential Job Opportunities |
|---|---|---|
Mathematics and Computer Science | Mathematics (BA/BS) | Mathematician, Data Analyst, Statistician, Actuary, Operations Research Analyst, Quantitative Analyst, Math Teacher |
Mathematics and Computer Science | Computer Science (BS) | Software Developer, Data Scientist, Cybersecurity Analyst, IT Consultant, Systems Architect, Network Engineer, Database Administrator, AI/Machine Learning Engineer |
Teacher Education | Biology/Education 7-12 (BA) |
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