Is A College Minor Important?
Written by Matthew C. Keegan // 12/19/2011 // Academics // 1 Comment
Academically speaking, where does a college minor fit in?
Students know that it is important to choose a college major with care, but how important are college minors? That may be hard to say, but your college minor can allow you to take classes for something that is of importance to you.
Your Credentials
For example, if you are a business major and you’re passionate about the environment, then taking core classes in environmental studies can be beneficial. This is especially important today as companies make being environmentally-friendly part of their mission statement. In this instance, you’ll present your main credentials while underscoring your interest in helping the company manage its carbon footprint.
A minor can also broaden your appeal to employers. Your accounting degree is necessary if you plan to eventually become a CPA. But, your human resources minor can demonstrate to a potential employer that you understand the people side of the business too. You’ll want to reflect your minor on your resume, listing it immediately after your college major.
Academic Advantages
There may also be certain academic advantages in choosing one minor over another one. For instance, if you plan to attend graduate school, those classes can help you as you seek admission. If your major was history and you minored in French, your language skills can come in handy. Imagine applying to the Sorbonne without any French-speaking skills!
You can also carry more than one minor at some colleges. This can be helpful if fields such as medical where your nursing degree can included minors in pediatric and geriatric care.
If you’re particularly passionate about your minor, you may want to consider elevating it to a major. You can keep your current major, but you’ll take on a second major finishing school with a double major. Keep in mind, however, that a double major may very well require you to complete several more classes before you graduate. This could delay graduation and will most certainly add to the cost of your education. Yet, a double major can carry more weight than a major with a minor, allowing you to pursue more than one field after you graduate.
Your Advisor
Regardless of the path that you’re considering, making an appointment with your college advisor is important to discuss your options. You’ll have to meet with your advisor anyway, therefore make that appointment to have the matter of a college minor settled once and for all.
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