What Can I Do With This Major?
Connecting Academics to Career Paths
Curious on what you can do with your fields of interest? See the traditional career routes and industries for your field and discover what Pitzer alumni are doing post-grad! Please note that this information was collected through alumni LinkedIn profiles to provide a general overview of career possibilities.
*Disclaimer: What you major in does not necessarily define your career path, as there are flexibilities to exploring careers.
If you would like to explore more career options and learn what skills or additional graduate education you may need to acquire for possible career paths, please visit O*NET Online.
What Can I Do With This Major
What Can I Do With This Major? is a website featuring 100 major profiles with information on common career paths, types of employers that hire in the field, and strategies to maximize opportunities. Links to professional associations, occupational outlook information, and job search resources are included.
The purchased resource is produced by the University of Tennessee’s Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration.
Post-Undergraduate Education Pathways
In 2021, 14.4% of the US population aged 25 and older have obtained an advanced degree such as a master’s degree, professional degree, or doctoral degree. People get advanced degrees for a variety of reasons, including enhanced earning potential, professional skills development, specialization, and career advancement. Below is a brief overview of advanced degree options:
Other Bachelor’s Degrees: 4 years to complete
- Bachelor of Science (BS)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Other Post-Grad programs: 1-2 years
- Post-Baccalaureate (PBACC)
Common Master’s Degrees: around 2 years to complete
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Usually 3-5 years of work experience before MBA
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
- Master of Science (MS)
- Master of Education (MEd)
Common Doctorate Degrees:
- Doctor of Education (Ed.D): 3 years to complete
- May require a Master’s
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D): 4-8 years to complete
- Sometimes require a Master’s but can also go directly
- Doctor of Psychology (PsyD): 4-6 years
- Recommended Master’s
Common Professional Degrees:
- Juris Doctor (JD): 3 years to complete
- Doctor of Medicine (MD): 4 years to complete plus 3-7 year residency
- Physicians Assistant (PA): 3 years to complete
- 500-2000 hours healthcare experience before PA school
- Master’s of Science in Nursing (MSN): 2 years to complete
- Recommended BSN or RN