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Excited about college but unsure of your major? Don't worry, that's what college is for! At Keene State, we have over 40 academic areas to explore, including majors unique to Keene State. We know you'll find something that piques your interest!

Take our short, personality-based quiz to spark some ideas and discover majors that align with your strengths and interests.

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The Scientist It’s Saturday morning and before anything else, you make a list of your weekend goals to check off as you go. With acute attention to detail and drive to innovate, you don’t mind working independently. In fact, sometimes you prefer it. You can always rely upon your logical, strategic mind for any intellectual challenge. To you, “perfectionist” is a compliment. If “Scientist” is your archetype personality, these majors could be your ideal match: Architecture Biology Business Management Chemistry Computer Science Criminal Justice Cybersecurity Legal Studies Mathematics Neuroscience Sustainable Product Design & Innovation

The Architect You revel in putting in time behind-the-scenes to analyze the details, methodically solving any problem. A corner chair in the library is your ideal place to think. Undaunted by spreadsheets and complex numerical challenges, your “Architect” personality is quiet, patient and hardworking. You have a drive inside you to innovate independently. Genuine and easy-going, you don’t have to sign your work every time in order to take pride in it. You know you did your best and that your best is truly great. Here are some majors that are a natural fit for you:

Architecture Biology Chemistry Communication & Philosophy Computer Science Cybersecurity Mathematics Neuroscience Psychology Sociology Sustainability Studies Sustainable Product Design & Innovation

The Commander First to make a decision and ready to stick by it, your “Commander” personality oozes authority. A natural born leader, your charisma shines and people listen. Team projects are just your style. With plenty of ambition and focus on a successful career, you’re comfortable taking on being club president today. Tomorrow, the sky's the limit. These majors would be a natural fit for you: Business Management Communication & Philosophy Construction Management Construction Safety Sciences Criminal Justice Studies Finance Legal Studies Political Science Safety & Occupational Health Applied Sciences

The Debater You’re always ready to share your thoughts, and you don’t shy away from lively debates. You love to look at problems from 10,000 feet, exploring the world around you and thinking out-of-the-box. Perhaps you’re a bit disorganized, but in a laid-back, non-conformist kind of way. After all, when ideas collide with an open-mind, innovation happens. It’s entrepreneurial thinking that solves the ever-changing problems of today, and creativity is your cup of tea. Apply your personality naturally in one of these majors: Anthropology Architecture Business Management Communication & Philosophy Environmental Studies History Neuroscience Political Science Psychology Sociology Spanish Sustainability Studies

The Advocate Do you find comfort in helping others? Are you the kid in class who’s aware of everyone else’s emotions, motivations, and goals (even though you may hide your own)? You’re always game to help out or run a food drive, blood drive, and volunteer effort. Motivated to make the world a better place, “Advocate” personalities like yours are essentially humanitarians. Your passion and compassion drive your hard-working, visionary efforts. You’d find value in a major like one of these: Anthropology Art & Design Communication & Philosophy Education Environmental Studies Holocaust and Genocide Studies Music Nursing Physical Education Psychology Sociology Spanish Sustainability Studies Theatre and Dance

The Healer Have you been called a “good listener”? Perhaps you are the friend others turn to for a reflective conversation. Your rock-solid morality gives the people around you strength, and you love to help them grow. You’re most comfortable when you're helping others and are happy to come to someone’s aid at the drop of a hat. Your open mind and creativity would benefit you in these majors: Art & Design Communication & Philosophy Education English Environmental Studies Film Studies Health Sciences History Holocaust and Genocide Studies Music Nursing Psychology Sociology Sustainability Studies Theatre and Dance

The Protagonist You're the essential team player. With strong conflict resolution skills and natural leadership abilities, people love to work with you. it’s not only because you’re organized and motivated, but because your empathy makes you so approachable. Your authenticity and altruism foster trust. These qualities are the foundation of tomorrow's leaders. Begin today in one of these majors: Art & Design Business Management Communication & Philosophy Education English History Holocaust and Genocide Studies Journalism Nursing Political Science Psychology Social Media Sociology Spanish

The Campaigner As a person who thrives in social environments, navigating new horizons is no big deal to you. You’re happy to adapt due to your creative nature. In fact, you’re often called “free spirited” and could see yourself leading bright new initiatives. As a big-picture thinker with a knack for problem-solving, you’re ready to take on anything. Interested in what majors would complement your personality? Here are our recommendations: Art & Design Communication & Philosophy Film Studies History Holocaust and Genocide Studies Journalism Music Political Science Psychology Social Media Sociology Theatre and Dance

The Logistician You’re happiest when all your ducks are in a row and the world remains predictable and orderly. You’re a reliable realist whose expectations are frequently met thanks to your natural drive to complete tasks. This leads you to make clear decisions in a systematic order. Traditional and somewhat reserved, you love the good things in life like comfort food, great reads, and lasting friendships. Want a major that will play to your unique style? Here’s a few ideas: Business Management Communication and Philosophy Computer Science Construction Management Construction Safety Sciences Criminal Justice Studies Cybersecurity Finance Health Sciences Nursing Political Science Safety and Occupational Health Applied Sciences Social Media Sustainable Product Design and Innovation

The Defender “In a world where you can be anything, be kind” is your M.O. It’s personalities like yours that can truly be anything, too; you’re a jack-of-all-trades. With color-coded notes and a clean desk, you love it when things are organized and methodical. Observant, cooperative, and dependable, you’re practical and adaptable and can easily become a MVP on any team. It may be your quiet, even nature that’s so approachable to others. Truly, you could do well anywhere, but here are a few majors that are right up your alley: Business Management Construction Safety Sciences Education English Environmental Studies Exercise Science Health Sciences Nursing Physical Education Psychology Safety & Occupational Health Applied Sciences Social Media Sociology Spanish

The Executive Just as it sounds, Executive personalities make great leaders. Not only do you allow your assertive nature to shine, you back up your decisions with an analytical and logical mind. You’re most comfortable when there are clear rules in place to support your organized style of achieving dependable, goal-orientated results. Like many great leaders, your outgoing manner is charismatic and attractive. You’d relish a role where decisions are impactful and positive. Here are a few majors that can make that happen: Business Management Communication and Philosophy Construction Management Construction Safety Sciences Criminal Justice Studies Finance Legal Studies Political Science Safety & Occupational Health Applied Sciences Sport and Recreation Management Sustainable Product Design and Innovation

The Consul Loyal to the core, you consider yourself to be a people-person, and your friends agree. You’re empathetic and truly care for others' well-being. You work well in a team, as a leader and organizer. Your outgoing tendencies match your energetic energy. You prefer tradition over breaking the mold and tend to see things in black and white. If it’s not broken—why meddle? Want a major where you can shine? Here are a few suggestions: Business Management Communication and Philosophy Education Exercise Science Health Sciences Nursing Physical Education Psychology Sociology

The Crafter You love working with your hands. Getting to manipulate your projects propels your best learning. Digging into the details spurs discovery within you. Ever-practical, highly analytical, and independently diligent is how you see yourself. You have an easy time detaching yourself emotionally in order to remain focused on your end goal. If that describes you to a T, you’ll find tons of opportunities in these majors: Architecture Computer Science Cybersecurity Environmental Studies Construction Safety Mathematics Sports and Recreation Management Sustainability Sustainable Product Design and Innovation

The Adventurer Vanilla or chocolate? Ice cream or cake? Cream or sugar? You like it all. You represent the contrary nature of a grounded free spirit. Your flexibility makes you an adaptable team player. Your non-competitiveness and live-in-the-moment style allow for creativity to flow. But you never flaunt all your talent. Nope. You know and that’s enough. Start your next best adventure with these right-up-your-alley majors: Art & Design Education English Environmental Studies Exercise Science Film Studies Health Sciences Music Nursing Phys Ed Psychology Sociology Sustainability Studies Theatre & Dance

The Entrepreneur Not afraid of competition, winning looks great on you, but you’re playful to the core. Your resourcefulness and logic balance your tendency to take risks and often result in solving the tough problems, but it may not have been the ticket in ultra-structured environments. Always able to picture things from 10,000 ft, the world fascinates you. Embrace a major that supports your outgoing energy in one of these majors: Business Management Exercise Science Health Sciences Criminal Justice Nursing Phys Ed Political Science Social Media Sport and Recreation Management Theater and Dance

The Entertainer Your friendly smile and fun style bring out the best in others. Your enthusiasm is contagious, and your creativity stems from a sensitive, observant identity. You thrive on spontaneity while experiencing the same thing day after day bores you. Active and interested in your world, you’d do best in a non-traditional learning environment that supports your learn-by-doing approach. That’s exactly what you’ll find in these majors: Art & Design Communication & Philosophy Education English Film Studies Nursing Phys Ed Psychology Social Media Sociology Spanish Theater and Dance

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