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Self-Initiated Major

Undergraduate Major

School of Integrative Studies

Design a major as unique as you are.

How many times has someone asked you what your major will be in college? Maybe you don’t have an answer that feels right to you. We have the solution for students who don’t want to limit themselves: the self-initiated major. And we have the advisers to make sure you create a career-focused program, too.

Maybe you have so many interests you can’t pick just one. At Stephens, we understand.

That’s why we offer the opportunity to design your own major. We’ll show you how to invent a unique future for yourself, one grounded on a solid academic foundation.

Why choose a self-initiated major at Stephens?

Students who want the flexibility to pursue coursework across multiple disciplines — while maintaining a focus on career and professional goals — will find a self-initiated major is the perfect fit. Choosing to design your own major also demonstrates the kind of creativity, commitment and critical thinking that employers are looking for today.

Highly personalized advising

When you choose to create your own major, you’ll be paired with an adviser who will help you put together the courses you need to achieve your goals. With a solid foundation and a broad academic background, you’ll graduate with a degree that can take you places.

College-to-career benefits

Our college-to-career program is a non-academic graduation requirement that provides the grounding students need to excel in any field. Professional development workshops and personalized, one-on-one counseling begin in the first semester. This foundation helps ensure that your self-initiated major balances academic exploration with a solid career plan.

Stephens’ extensive alumnae network, as well as partnerships with local businesses, provide opportunities to access internships and first jobs in a variety of fields.