Individualized Major
Flexible, personalized degrees through Malone鈥檚 individualized studies major
If you want to dig deeper in studying a combination of academic disciplines with unique career goals in mind, then our individualized major may be the opportunity you鈥檙e looking for. We will help you create a proposal for approval no later than your junior year, so you can prepare to be a servant leader in ways that are as unique as you are.
Available for current students, you would collaborate with the registrar who will connect you to a faculty adviser who is prepared to help refine your focus for the best opportunity at success. Customizing your own plan of study is a bold and exciting step toward serving the world with your unique skills in mind.
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Customize your path:
Is an individualized major right for you?
It takes a creative mind to forge an uncommon path. At Malone, you won鈥檛 walk that path alone; we will help you discern the best steps to take so you鈥檒l be prepared for life after graduation.
Once you鈥檙e enrolled and we get to know your dreams and aspirations, strengths and weaknesses, we鈥檒l help you put together a proposal for an individualized major that reflects your skills and goals. We鈥檒l ask you to consider a few factors, such as:
- How will your proposed major fulfill your educational goals?
- Are there any other majors at Malone that might fulfill the same purpose?
- How does your proposed major reflect Malone鈥檚 Christian mission?
Individualized Major FAQs
Where can I get help and resources as a student pursuing an individualized major?
Your first few steps will include meeting with Malone’s registrar to learn the process. Then you鈥檒l be connected with an adviser whose knowledge aligns with your interests.
How will my major lead to jobs?
Generally speaking, employers care little about what you majored in; rather they want to know what specific skills and experiences and character you bring to their workplace. Focus on what you do during college rather than declaring the perfect major. Even a degree in education, nursing, or social work is not a guaranteed ticket to a job. You have to do the work during college to prove to employers that you are ready. We require all students to complete internships or other hands-on learning experiences for this very reason.
Will I have to go on for more schooling after college? If yes, do I need a certain major?
Fields such as law, medicine, physical or occupational therapy, and counseling do require additional, graduate-level education. But none of these fields requires a 鈥減re鈥 (-law, -med, -PT, -OT, or -counseling) major. All but law school will require you to complete a list of prerequisite courses, and you can major in anything as long as you take those classes.
Create your own major at Malone!
If you believe Malone feels like home, don鈥檛 let your specific choice of major delay your decision to join us. When you feel settled in a college community, you鈥檙e more likely to succeed than if you search for the perfect course list.
Have no fear 鈥 we help our Pioneers prepare to be servant leaders in the ways which suit them best!