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Find Your Path!

The Exploratory Advising Center at Grand Valley State University is dedicated to supporting students who are undecided about their major or exploring different academic paths. Our center provides guidance to help students better understand their interests, strengths, and career goals through one-on-one advising sessions, workshops, and resources. Exploratory advisors work with students to explore various majors and bridge their academic choices with potential career opportunities. This supportive and informative environment empowers students to make knowledgeable decisions about their major and navigate their educational journey with confidence. Throughout this page there are many resources and opportunities to explore!

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Self-Discovery

Discover your interests, strengths, and passions.

Explore Majors

Learn more about the different colleges at GVSU and what majors are offered.

Introductory Classes

Explore our introductory courses designed to help identify your major.

Experiential Learning

Get connected with new opportunities outside the classroom.

Career Communities

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communication career community
education career community
healthcare career community
human and public service career community
stem career community

Interested in receiving career-specific content and resources? Our Career Communities are a great way for you to connect with fellow students, faculty, career advisors, and employers!

VISIT THE CAREER COMMUNITIES PAGE

If you are ready to declare, please follow the steps below:

Log into myBanner.

Click Student.

Click Student Records.

Click Change Major.

Click Change Major 1/Program.

Select your major program and click Submit.

Click Change to New Program.

Meet an Exploratory Advisor!

Still unsure? Schedule an appointment with our Exploratory Advisors!

Page last modified June 12, 2026