Definition
A student's primary field of academic specialization at the college level, typically requiring 30-60 credit hours of coursework in a specific discipline. Majors are declared formally (usually by the end of sophomore year) and lead to a degree designation such as B.A. in English or B.S. in Biology. The choice of major influences career opportunities, graduate school eligibility, and course registration priorities.
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