WHAT’S YOUR PATH? UNIQUE COLLEGE MAJORS

We’ve all heard of those typical college majors such as psychology, business, and history and they’re all great, but did you know that we also work with students who are interested in majors like architecture, construction management, and sports management & marketing?  At The College Sage, we believe that every student has unique interests and talents, and that translates into tailoring each student’s experience to fit their individual needs.  Choosing a college major can be daunting and overwhelming but, importantly eye-opening! Let The College Sage help you with customizing your search based on your preferences and interests. 

Architecture

Whether you are looking at a huge skyscraper in an urban jungle, an historic home located in downtown Charleston, S.C., or a modern commercial space, chances are, an architect was involved in the creation of the designs for those structures.  Architecture combines creativity, logic, mathematics, and physics to create a fulfilling and challenging major. 

Rice University School of Architecture (link: https://arch.rice.edu/apply/undergraduate)

 

Do you enjoy being creative as much as you enjoy mathematics and physics?  Architecture is the definition of an interdisciplinary major and is great for students who may not have one distinct interest, but rather, interests in many different fields.  Majoring in architecture typically requires a 5-year undergraduate degree rather than the standard 4-year undergraduate degree.  Classes will focus on math, physics, engineering, art, and design, which means being a well-rounded student is often a necessity.  Possible career paths include (but are not limited to) becoming a licensed architect, an urban planner, an engineer, or an interior designer.  The average annual income for an architect is around $78,921 (Source: www.salary.com).    

Schools We Love Offering Architecture Programs:

1.      Clemson University

2.      Rice University

3.      University of Virginia

4.     University of Oregon

5.      Cornell University  


Construction Management

   University of Minnesota (link: https://ccaps.umn.edu/construction-management-bachelors-degree/commercial)

Do you enjoy being a leader and a people person?  Do you enjoy working outdoors with people from diverse backgrounds?  Are you a problem solver who enjoys challenges?  If this sounds like you, Construction Management could be the major for you.  Construction managers oversee various tasks and schedules that make up a construction project.  They help manage budgets, subcontractors, and supply chains, as well as being well versed in building codes.  As a construction management major, you will take classes in calculus, physics, economics, business, and management.  The average annual salary is $80, 139 (Source: www.indeed.com).    

Schools We Love Offering Construction Management Programs:

1.      Clemson University

2.      Pratt Institute

3.      Virginia Tech

4.     Auburn University

5.      Louisiana State University

Sports Management & Marketing

Clemson University (link: www.clemson.edu)

The Sports Management major is for students who have a true passion for business and sports.  Your coursework will include classes in business, finance, public relations, and sport marketing.  Graduates of sport management programs will have knowledge of how to lead, create, and manage all types of sport programs.  With a degree in sport management, career opportunities seem endless.  These opportunities include marketing coordinator, facility manager, account manager, event coordinator, and sponsorship director.  The average salary for someone in the sport management field is $64,231 (Source: www.salary.com). 

Schools We Love Offering Sports Management & Marketing Programs:

1.      University of South Carolina

2.      University of Georgia

3.      Indiana University

4.     University of Michigan

5.      Ithaca College

No matter your interests and preferences, The College Sage is here to offer you a customized experience.  We will assist with everything including researching the best schools and programs based on your needs, identifying your best school matches, college visit guidance, and interview preparation.