Undeclared and Exploratory

Not sure what major or career is right for you? You’re not alone.

Whether you’re exploring majors, considering career options, or simply deciding what’s next, the Career Center is here to help. Discover majors and careers that align with your interests, skills, abilities, and values. Learn how gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and researching academic and career options can help you make confident, informed decisions about your future.

The Mississippi State University majors below provide a gateway to careers that align with your interests, build on your strengths, and prepare you for success across a variety of industries and professions.


Learn about your interests, strengths, values, and personality through career assessments.

Discover the academic programs offered at Mississippi State University and learn how different majors connect to career opportunities

Explore career fields and industries to learn about occupations, workplace environments, and employment trends.


Make an action plan. Create a personalized plan to move forward with confidence. By setting goals and identifying next steps, you can take intentional action toward selecting a major and pursuing your career aspirations. If you need help to create your action plan, make an appointment with your Career Advisor in the MSU Career Center.

You’ve explored your interests, majors, and career options—now it’s time to take the next step. Set goals, create an action plan, and meet with a Career Advisor to confidently move forward with choosing a major and preparing for your future.


Get Involved

Student organizations provide opportunities to develop leadership skills, gain hands-on experience, build professional connections, and explore career interests while preparing for success in agriculture, life sciences, natural resources, and forestry careers. Explore a student org today!


Explore Connections

Connections is Mississippi State University’s career management platform that helps students explore internships, jobs, career events, and Career Center resources. Through Connections, students can schedule appointments, search opportunities, register for events, and access tools to support their career development and professional success, log in today with your MSU NetID and Password!


The Bulldog Mentor Program connects students with experienced alumni and professionals who provide guidance, career insights, and networking opportunities. Whether you’re exploring career options, preparing for internships or full-time employment, or looking to expand your professional network, a mentor can help you build confidence and navigate your career journey.

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Career Center Office

300 Montgomery Hall
Mississippi State Campus

Phone: 662.325.3344
Fax: 662.325.7975
Email: career@career.msstate.edu

Mailing Address

Post Office Box P
Mississippi State, MS 39762

Campus Mailstop 9533

Co-op Program Office

335 McCain Hall
Mississippi State Campus

Phone: 662.325.3823
Fax: 662.325.8733
Email: coop@career.msstate.edu

Mailing Address

Post Office Box 6046
Mississippi State, MS 39762

Campus Mailstop 9548

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Office Hours Drop-In Hours
Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

*Drop-in services are available only during the Fall and Spring semesters when classes are in session.