Major Exploration Tools
Ever wondered what you can do with a major in _____________?
The CCE recommends a variety of resources to help you connect your career and academic interests. Consider looking into the following resources:
CCE Major Guides
The CCE wants you to have the specific resources that best fit your goals and your experiences. These resources include popular first employers, job titles, graduate programs, industry guides, job search resources, and much more. These are all specific guides for the majors listed below.
- Africana Studies
- American and Native American Studies
- Anthropology
- Art History*
- Asian Studies
- Astronomy*
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Cognitive Science
- Computer Science
- Chinese Studies*
- Drama
- Earth Science
- Economics
- Educational Studies
- English
- Environmental Studies
- Film
- French and Francophone Studies*
- Geography
- German Studies*
- Global 19th C. Studies *
- Greek & Roman Studies*
- Hispanic Studies*
- History
- International Studies
- Italian Studies*
- Japanese Studies*
- Jewish Studies
- Latin American and Latin X Studies
- Mathematics & Statistics
- Media Studies
- Medieval & Renaissance Studies*
- Music
- Neuroscience & Behavior
- Philosophy
- Physics*
- Political Science
- Psychological Science
- Religion Studies
- Russian Studies*
- Science, Technology and Society (STS)
- Sociology
- Studio Art
- Urban Studies
- Women, Feminist, and Queer Studies
*Indicates that this major guide includes several majors included under an umbrella category.
Earth Science and Society Majors can utilize Earth Science and Geography guides.
Geography-Anthropology Majors can refer to both Geography and Anthropology guides.
What Can I Do with This Major?
What Can I Do With This Major? is a long-time resource published by the University of Tennessee that contains links to popular careers and industries by major. Check out the “What Can I Do with This Major” video to learn more about this resource.
LinkedIn Search by Major or Program
Search for alums by major using the Alumni search tool on Vassar’s “University Page” on LinkedIn. This resource provides a terrific visual representation of some of the top employers and industries that Vassar alums with this major go on to work in. In addition to top employers and industries, this tool also allows you to refine your search results by location, major/field of study, keyword(s), graduation date, skills, and more.
Academic Departments and Programs
Talk to your advisor, as well as other faculty members, about what past majors have gone on to do. Attend the Majors Fair and other events sponsored by Majors’ Committees. Additionally, many department/program websites contain links to alum profiles and/or popular employers.