Explore by Major
One of the most common questions we get from CLA students (and their families) is: What can I do with a major in ___?
Your liberal arts major, and the CLA Core Competencies you build through it, can prepare you for a career in almost any field.
Start Exploring Careers By Major
In our Career Path Guides, you’ll find extensive career information organized as it relates to each of CLA’s majors.
Use the link below to find the major you want to explore, and then SCROLL DOWN to the "Career Paths" tab, where you will find career information related to each major.
Learn about common career paths related to different areas of study as well as strategies to help you prepare for each path.
Click on the “View All Majors” tab to see a list of non-UMN specific areas of study that may relate directly or indirectly to your major.
Looking for additional ways to explore your interests?
- Explore by Career Field
- Explore Majors at the U
- Just getting started? Review our Major Exploration and Career Exploration guides on the CLA Career Guide, designed specifically for CLA students.
- Come see us! CLA students are welcome to schedule a career coaching appointment to discuss major or career exploration. Note: If you are not a student in CLA, or you are primarily exploring majors outside of CLA, please connect with the Center for Academic Planning and Exploration (CAPE), which is dedicated to this type of exploration.