Discover Your Best-Fit Major

College is more than courses and credits; it's about forging a path that feels genuinely yours. Navigating many major options can be daunting, but you're not alone.

Our First-Year Advisors can be your navigator, providing insights, resources, and unwavering support. We're committed to helping you identify a best-fit major that not only aligns with your interests but also sets the foundation for future success. 

The Importance of a Best-Fit Major

Finding a major that aligns with your interests, strengths, and aspirations can set the tone for your college experience. A best-fit major:

  • Enhances your engagement and motivation in your coursework.
  • Minimizes course changes, saving time and money.
  • Offers a clearer trajectory for your post-graduation pursuits.

Featured Resource: MyMajors

Uncover your academic paths with the MyMajors quiz—a tool crafted to map your interests, strengths, and goals to our majors.

Start your exploration journey

First-Year Advising is here to help you define your career goals and develop an educational plan to achieve those goals. Let's take the first step toward finding your major at Texas State!

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Don't Rush Take your time and trust the process

Students who are open to changing their major are more likely to graduate than those who decide right away.
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