There are so many options to choose from, so how do you start? It can help to focus on the big picture to get an overview of the different areas you can explore.
Explore Areas of Study
Are you curious about what to take next semester? Check out the Areas of Study at Iowa. From there, you can narrow down to programs of study, including majors, minors, and certificates. What courses will help you get started in areas of interest?
Curious about the exact requirements for different programs of study? Check out the General Catalog, the university’s primary resource for academic requirements.
Areas of Study
Explore programs across 11 broad academic areas for undergraduates
Majors: A-Z
Browse over 100 majors and many other academic programs, such as minors and certificates.
Investigate Career Communities
Are you more focused on the type of work you’ll be doing in your career? Check out the Career Communities. Not sure what job you want? You can search by the general field or industry.
Career Communities
Discover careers based on 11 different communities that include interviews with professionals, resources for internships, and tools for researching specific positions.
View Career Profiles
Candid Careers presents short (3-5 minutes) video profiles of professionals in a variety of careers. You can filter profiles by career title or college major. You can also search for profiles using keywords.
Insight from a Professional
Learn about career fields from those who work in them. Also find videos about career readiness, building your network, and exploring your interests.