Mom, I'm a little worried about college. I just don't know what to study. I don't know what my major should be.
That can be a difficult decision, John.
How can I decide?
Well, I'd start with your interests. It will help you if you study something that you are interested in. What do you like to read and learn about or do?
I guess I like dancing and helping people. Those are my interest I guess.
What do you mean by helping people?
If people have problems, I like to help solve them. Or if people are hurt, I like to try to do things that make them feel better.
It sounds like you might be interested in medicine then.
Uh... I don't know.
Another thing I think you should consider is the possible jobs you might get and how much money you want to make.
How do I figure that?
You can research different jobs at the library and there are reports and data on how well different jobs pay.
I want to have a well paid job so that I can have money to travel.
Well, there you go. Income is going to influence you most in your choice of nature. There is one other thing you should consider, too.
What's that?
You know, scholarships, then money given to you for college. You might want to pick a major that will allow you to get a special scholarship. I know you'll make the right decision.