Explore
Majors | Industries | Careers
85% of incoming Carlson students report being at various stages of major and career exploration.
The UBCC is here to support you in exploring major and career paths, industries, and locations.
Carlson Career Explorer Series
Discover your future path in the Carlson Career Explorer Series, which includes 4 career coaching appointments over 6-8 weeks that provide you with a structured and personalized setting to explore your interests and careers. Make a short-term commitment to career exploration and you will see tangible progress in your understanding of how you prefer to gather and assess career information—leaving you with a concrete action plan to continue exploring your career path.
To sign up or learn more about the Career Explorer Series, schedule an appointment with any of the Career Coaches.
Check out this online resource for ideas to learn about and experience areas of interest.
These guides offer resources to give you an expansive look at Carlson majors and industries.
Additional opportunities to explore
Connect with students and alumni
Join the Maroon and Gold Network (new location of Carlson Mentor Network)
University of Minnesota Major/Minor Expo
Each spring, the U of M holds a Major/Minor Expo for students to explore all 140+ majors and minors.
Gain experience
Engage in experiential learning through volunteering, student organizations, internships, and work experiences.
Graduate school
Learn more about opportunities for furthering your education and the process of applying for graduate school.