Are you still discovering your interests and strengths? Are you unsure of all that MSU has to offer for majors? Do you have career exploration questions?
Exploring is a journey, and it looks different for everyone. Regardless of where you are in that journey, University Advising is eager to assist you in the process!
Below you will find information and resources in your exploration journey. Feel free to browse these options and be sure to schedule a one-on-one meeting with an Exploratory Advisor to identify the next steps in your exploration!
Get Started Exploring!
Explore Areas of Interest
Did you know MSU has over 150 majors? We encourage you to browse the many majors available to MSU students in our 14 different colleges, as well as browse majors by interest areas. Write down the names of majors or colleges and interest areas that interest you and bring them to an advising appointment to discuss further!
- Explore MSU colleges & majors – browse all our majors on our Academic Programs Catalog.
- Explore What can I do with this major?
- Be sure to connect with an Exploratory Advisor!
Career Services Network
MSU’s Career Services Network offers a few great career assessments for students. Take an assessment and schedule an appointment with a career advisor to review your results!
Connect with an Exploratory Advisor
With all the resources and information available, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. However, you are not alone! Our Exploratory Advisors are here to help you every step of the way. Whether it’s to discuss the next steps in your exploration journey, or help answer questions on classes, requirements, or more, we hope you will connect with our advisors at least a couple times each semester. Learn how to schedule an appointment with our Exploratory Advisors.
Exploratory Events
Discover exploratory events on MSU’s campus to connect that will help you on your exploration journey.
- Major Spotlight – is a one-stop success event for you to connect with communities of support, learn more about MSU curriculum, and access career resources
- Major Exploration Workshops – Join the Exploratory Advisors and Career Services to discuss what it means to explore majors and learn about tools to help you explore! Workshops occur every fall, spring, and summer semester.
- Sparticipation – Connect with the many student organizations on campus at the start of each fall semester.
- Career Fairs – Network with representatives from different industries and career fields. Visit Career Services to learn more about upcoming events.
