Bachelor Degree - Undeclared (Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources)

Many students apply to the University of Vermont as "undeclared" majors -- still unsure where their academic passions lie. At the time students apply to UVM, each is required to choose one of the seven undergraduate schools as an academic base, but, in most cases, a student will not have to select a major until the end of the first or second year at the university.

In all of the undergraduate programs, the curriculum is designed to encourage exploration and to provide exposure to a variety of disciplines during the first two years of study. Particular interests are often discovered during this period.

Students in the process of choosing a major also are encouraged to take advantage of the excellent guidance and support provided by experienced counselors in UVM's Career Services. First semester of the first year is not too early to begin talking to Career Services about academic interests, major selection and related careers. Faculty advisors are another valuable resource to consult in this process.