Career & Major Exploration

Explore Majors & Minors
Choosing a major or minor is an exciting step in your college journey. Whether you already know what you want to study or are still exploring your options, this is the place to discover all the programs our university has to offer.

Browse through the list to learn more about each program, the kinds of classes you’ll take, and the career paths they can lead to.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, these pathways provide clear steps for a brighter professional future in Colorado's most in-demand industries. Explore annual salaries, in-depth job descriptions, required skills, and relevant education and training programs.

According to the Career Development Model, getting to know yourself is the first step in figuring out what you want to do in life. Start here for a variety of questions centered around exploring your strengths and passions.

The values card sort activity is a powerful tool for self-reflection and personal growth. By identifying and prioritizing core values, you can gain deeper insight into what truly motivates and guides your decisions. This activity helps clarify what matters most, making it easier to set meaningful goals, choose fulfilling career paths, and make decisions that align.

Many employers value workers with soft skills—interpersonal and thinking skills needed to interact successfully with people and to perform efficiently and effectively in the workplace. Try this activity to identify your skills.

Discover what really matters to you at work!
The Work Values Matcher helps you explore and rank the things you value most in a job—like flexibility, teamwork, growth, or stability. Knowing your values makes it easier to choose a career path that fits you, find workplaces where you’ll thrive, and talk confidently about what motivates you during interviews. It’s a quick activity that can guide you toward a career that feels both successful and meaningful.

What do you want to do for a living? 

The O*NET database, encompasses over 900 occupation profiles and covering more than 55,000 jobs across the U.S. economy. Each profile provides a comprehensive overview of worker attributes and job characteristics. By combining standardized measures with occupation-specific details, the database supports both cross-occupational comparisons and in-depth exploration of individual roles.

The Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) is like a career guide that helps you explore different jobs. It breaks down what people in those careers actually do, how much they usually make, what kind of education or training you’ll need, and whether the job is expected to grow in the future. If you’re curious about what a career might look like or want to compare options, the OOH is a great place to start.