Deciding Students

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You are not alone. An estimated 20 to 50 % of students begin college still deciding on a major. At Hesston College, the number is about one out of five.
Exploratory courses in different departments help you identify your interests and strengths.
Meet regularly with your academic advisor to explore your values, skills and passions.
Lots of options with more than 50 areas of study.
Externships, job-shadows and informational interviews with local professionals.
Service activities and career expeditions to local organizations expand knowledge of career options.

The annual Majors Expo allows you to meet faculty and gather information from each academic department.
The Career Development course uses a variety of self-discovery activities to help you find your niche and examine occupational opportunities.
The Academic Center for Career Exploration and Student Success offers career advising and follow up for students making career decisions or changing majors.
A strong general education program prepares you for the workplace with a strong liberal arts foundation, no matter what field of study you eventually choose.
Choose from more than 50 areas of study with transferable credits.

Emphasis on Christian Anabaptist values of peacemaking, justice and service
Mod-living builds community
Opportunities for spiritual growth include chapel, Bible study and campus worship
25 religious affiliations on campus
Two-year advantage means you have more opportunities for leadership right from the start.

Joan Griffing, Academic Dean