As an undeclared student at Fisher, you’ll get the support you need to find a major and graduate on time.
Choosing a major is an important decision and one that can feel overwhelming.
More than 10% of first-year students begin their studies as undeclared at Fisher, making it the 9th most popular option among Fisher’s nearly 40 majors.
At Fisher, you’ll have the support of faculty, staff, and advisors committed to your success. In addition to academic exploration courses, you’ll remain on track and earn the credits you need to graduate within four years. In fact, undeclared students who identify a major by the end of their first year have an on-time graduation rate higher than first-year students who enter Fisher with a declared major.
As a first-year undeclared student, you’ll begin exploring Fisher’s core curriculum, a required foundation of courses that provide you with a sampling of the many disciplines within Fisher’s liberal arts framework. You will also be able to round out your schedule with courses specific to the majors that interest you.
To guide your progress, the Center for Career and Academic Planning has academic counselors at the ready to help you explore your interests and passions and decide on the best academic program.
Nationally, 25% of first-year students begin college as undeclared. At Fisher, you’ll be part of a growing number of students who want to explore their academic options before determining their major.
You will have access to these important resources:
Employers are looking for more than just your major. Fisher will give you an edge by helping you develop in-demand skills, including: