Undergraduate Program

Exploratory Studies: Undecided Pathway

Not sure what you want to study? Don't worrywe'll help you figure it out.

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    Program Overview

    Not everyone has a clear idea of what they want to study when they enter college. And it's OK to be undecided. At Widener, we'll help you figure out the direction that fits your interests and goals without skipping a beat and staying on track for graduation.

    Through our Exploratory Studies program, you can get a taste of the many different academic majors available to you. Maybe you want to try a business management course, or see what our English majors or digital media informatics majors do. We've got a lot to offer! Our career counselors are also here to help you explore ideas to find your right fit major based on your strengths, interests, and career goals. 

    As you explore our programs, you'll also be working one-on-one with specially-trained academic advisors and professors who understand the different curriculum tracks and university requirements. They'll help you decide what courses to take based on these requirements and your interests.

    Why Widener?

    40+ Majors

    Chart your own path by choosing from more than 40 undergraduate majors and 50 minors.

    12:1 Student-Faculty Ratio

    Small class sizes allow faculty to make you the priority.

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    Career Success for Class of 2022

    96% of the Class of 2022 was employed, in grad school, or in military/other service within 6 months of graduation, according to the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE).

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    Exceptional Programs

    We offer more than 60 majors and minors, including nationally recognized programs in nursing, engineering, social work, and pre-physical therapy. No matter what program you end up choosing, you can be confident there's a high-quality major here for you.

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    Mentorship & Support

    Your academic advisor will be there for you on day one, but so will a whole team of support professionals! From personal career counselors to academic support advisors, a network of mentors who care about your unique vision of success will be at your fingertips throughout your college career.

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    Faculty Who Care

    No matter what classes you take at Widener, you'll notice that they're all small enough for your professor to know your name. Our faculty take pride in investing in your interests and goals and will serve as invaluable resources as you begin finding your way towards a major. Your Widener professors will be resources to you for life.

    Student Stories

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    "Don't be scared to not know what you want to do yet with your life. This Exploratory Studies program is the best thing that has ever happened to me. My advisor was amazing and she set me right on track for my next two years at Widener."

    Melanie Leeland

    Class of 2021

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