I am 17 and trying to decide what i should major in for college!!! Im thinking maybe political science but what will it allow me to do?

Government: Public policy – Research – Regional planning – City/town management – Intelligence
(e.g., CIA) – Foreign Service (e.g., Department of State) – Law enforcement – Legislative,
executive, or judicial services – Program administration
Suggested Strategy: Complete internship or gain related experience in federal, state, or local
governmental agency. Acquire foreign language skills for overseas work. Develop skill with
computers, statistics, and data analysis. Consider a graduate degree in political science or
public administration for advancement. Law: Law firms – Corporations – Federal, state, and local government – Private practice –
Special interest groups ‐ Universities
Suggested Strategy: Seek the pre‐law track in the degree. Join pre‐law organizations and
seek pre‐law advising through the College of Arts and Sciences in preparation for applying to
law school. Obtain an internship in a law‐related area.
Politics: Elected or appointed leadership – Campaign management – Staff administration –
Special interest advocacy
Suggested Strategy: Be prepared for extensive volunteering (e.g., on political campaigns)
prior to advancement. Gain experience through internships in government. Seek leadership
roles on campus and in professional organizations. Develop a network of contacts through
experience and informational interviewing.
Nonprofit: Administration – Management – Public Relations – Fund-raising – Nonprofit organizations
– Foundations – Professional associations – Special interest groups
Suggested Strategy: Gain related experience through internships or jobs. Supplement curriculum
with related coursework.
Develop strong written, oral communication, and leadership skills. Demonstrate knowledge
and experience in a specialty area.
Business: Sales – Human Resources – Management – Advertising – Public Relations
Suggested Strategy: Gain related experience through internships or jobs. Consider a double
major or minor in business. Develop strong analytical, verbal, writing, computer, interpersonal,
and leadership skills.
Journalism: Editing – Reporting – Circulation – Sales – Newspapers – Wire services – Magazine
– Internet – Corporations – Political parties and action committees
Suggested Strategy: Gain experience with newspaper or magazine through internships or
jobs. Choose writing intensive coursework and develop a portfolio. Become a student member
of a professional organization. Join a publication staff.
Broadcasting: News programming – Production – TV stations – Radio stations – Independent
syndications
Suggested Strategy: Complete an internship in radio or TV. Experience in government or political
affairs are usually required for specialized reporting positions. Volunteer with public or
campus media. Develop strong reporting, writing, and debating skills.
Education: Public schools – Private schools – Colleges and universities
Suggested Strategy: Obtain state teacher certification for public school teaching. Earn a
Ph.D. for college teaching or research. Gain experience working with children if interested in
K‐12 teaching. Gain experience in leadership positions.