Majors Fair
September 23rd and 24th, 2025 | 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. | Holton-Hooker Living Center Multipurpose Room
All GVSU undergraduate students are invited to attend the 2025 Majors Fair, a two-day event designed to help you explore majors, and minors offered at Grand Valley. Meet with faculty, professional advisors, and fellow students from each academic program. Each day will be organized by Career Communities to help you navigate the room easier and connect your interests to future opportunities. Please see the Programs at Majors Fair section below to see which programs will be represented each day.
Enjoy free food, games, raffles, and more as you discover what's possible at GVSU!
Event Dates:
September 23–24, 2025
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Holton-Hooker Living Center Multipurpose Room
What to Expect
At Majors Fair, you'll explore all the academic paths Grand Valley has to offer! Chat with friendly faculty, advisors, alumni, and students at tables organized by Career Communities. Grab brochures, ask questions, and learn what each major is really about — from program requirements to career possibilities. It's your chance to discover new interests, connect with experts, and take the next step in your journey. Plus, enjoy free food, raffles, and games while you explore!
How to Prepare
Identify Major/Minor Interest
Browse GVSU's list of majors and minors to pinpoint programs you'd like to learn more about at the fair. Use this list to decide which programs you'd like to explore at the fair.
Take Major/Career Assessment
Complete the PathwayU assessment to explore career paths that match your interests and values. PathwayU will equip you with the tools you need to make informed decisions.
Speak with Exploratory Advisors
Meet with an Exploratory Advisor before or after the fair to dive deeper into your options and learn about experiences beyond the classroom. Use the link below to schedule an appointment.
Programs At Majors Fair
Wondering what programs you can learn about at the Majors Fair? Check out our list of majors attending on each day!
Majors vs Minors: What is the Difference?
What is a Major?
At GVSU, your major is your primary area of academic focus and the degree you'll earn upon graduation. It typically aligns with your long-term career goals and passion areas. For example, majoring in accounting can lead to a career in the accounting or finance field. Your major will make up most of your coursework and is listed on your diploma.
What is a Minor?
A minor at GVSU is a secondary area of study that complements your major or reflects a personal interest. For example, a student interested in sports psychology might major in exercise science and minor in psychology. You might also major in biology and minor in classic simply because it brings you joy. Minors typically require 18 to 24 credits, depending on the program. Your minor will appear on your academic transcript, but not on your diploma.
Talk to Your Academic Advisor
Before adding a minor, connect with your academic advisor. They'll help you understand how your minor can fit with your major, how to make the most of your electives and general education requirements, and how to stay on track for graduation.
Majors Fair FAQs
The Majors Fair is open to all undergraduate students who are exploring their major options. That includes prospective students, exploratory students, students thinking about changing their major, or students wanting to confirm their major choice.
You'll want to bring your GVSU student ID and prepare questions about majors of interest. See the above section on How to Prepare for Majors Fair.
Day 1: Education, Nonprofit & Public Service, Healthcare, Science & Research
Day 2: Communication & the Arts, Business & Management, Engineering, Technology & Data
View our list of the Sept 23rd and 24th major split by day!
Registration is not required.
Follow up with faculty, schedule advising appointments, and use self-assessment tools like O*Net to further explore majors/careers of interest.