The following are examples of the typical majors you might find at a comprehensive college or university.

Be sure to read our article, Choosing a College Major: How to Chart Your Ideal Path.

So, what can you major in? You actually might find a lot more -- specialized and emerging majors -- so be sure to check your college's catalog or guide for a complete listing of majors, minors, and specialized degrees.

Business: Accounting, Advertising, Business Economics, E-commerce, Finance, Hospital and Health Care Administration, Hospitality Management, International Business, Management, Marketing, Operations Management, Real Estate

Computer Science: Database Management, Digital Arts, Networking, Programming, Software Development, Systems

Engineering: Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Petroleum Engineering

Humanities: Art, Communications, Counseling, Education, English, Foreign Languages (Italian, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, others), Literature, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Speech, Theatre

Music: Instrumental Performance, Music Education, Vocal Performance

Sciences: Astronomy, Astrophysics. Biology, Biochemistry, Botany, Chemistry, Earth Science, Forestry, Genetics, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Zoology

Social Sciences: American Studies, Economics, Geography, History, Latin American Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology

See also, our What Can I do With a Major in...? section of Quintessential Careers.