Major Exploration
Find your path
Your time in Engineering Undeclared (EU) is all about exploration. To find the engineering major that's right for you, you'll need to get your feet wet in several engineering disciplines. Whether you already have a major in mind or are starting from scratch, EU's toolkit of resources helps you review the options and make an informed decision.
Which major is right for you? Take the Majors Quiz!
Start here! The majors quiz helps identify the engineering topics that spark your imagination and the types of projects you’d enjoy working on. It can’t make decisions for you, but it can help you understand your passions and interests and give you a place to start looking.
Majors and Minors Page
The majors and minors page lists in-depth information about each program, including:
- A general description of the field
- Common companies where alumni work
- Starting salaries in the field
- Research areas
- Common minors
- Statistics and rankings for the major or department
You’ll also find an interactive curriculum map for each major. The curriculum map is an insider's guide with course descriptions, prerequisites and the suggested sequence of classes. It’s a preview of your academic journey should you choose that program.
Note that Computer Science, Computer Science + Bioengineering, and Computer Science + Physics are closed, meaning that students cannot transfer into them from EU or any other program.
Meet with an EU Advisor
You have many resources to explore, but the real magic happens when you sit down with an EU team advisor. They’re specially trained to help engineering students think through career possibilities and find that “perfect-fit” major. Bring your questions and ideas to an EU advisor and walk away with an actionable plan.
College Advising Appointment Calendar
Engineering-Related Majors
If you change your mind about an engineering degree but want a major that will utilize what you’ve learned so far, consider a major connected to one of engineering’s three topical areas: mechanics, nature and information. For information about requirements in other majors, or about transferring to a different college within Illinois, check out the Changing My Major guide from the Office of the Provost.
More Tools
Division of Exploratory Studies (EXP) Major Selection Page
The road to academic discovery starts here. The EXP gives a comprehensive overview of possible majors to jumpstart your imagination.
EXP Major Handbook
Beyond basic information, you'll find career pathways, skill development opportunities and student organizations that match your emerging interests.
EXP Exploration Pathways
Feeling overwhelmed by choices? These curated groupings—like "Data & Analysis," "Environment & Nature" and "Commerce & Industry"—offer strategic entry points to help narrow down your academic focus.
Campus Student Organizations
Get involved with like-minded students to learn about different majors and find your "home" here on campus.
Engineering Career Services
Figuring out what you want to do after college can help you figure out what to do in college! Visit the ECS website to learn about how they can support you.
Campus Career Center
For resources beyond ECS, reach out to the Campus Career Center. They’ll partner with you to explore your career goals and how to achieve them.