Exploring is the largest program on college campuses. About 65 percent of American college students are exploring many majors and career paths while in college. The Exploring Program at Carroll University is here to help you find a major that fuels your passions and engages your strengths. Academic advisors, faculty mentors and peers will walk with you through this journey of self-discovery—without wasting your time, money or effort. 

Our Exploring Program will help you answer questions such as: 

• Why am I here?
• What do I care about?
• What skills do I have?
• What skills do I want?
• What type of career do I want?
  • Tools like the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) can be a good place to start!
• Where do I want to go?
• How do I please everyone, including myself?
• Can I really earn a living doing something I love?
• Who is going to help me?
  • We have that covered! All of our Student Services team members are here to help with whatever your needs are.
• What if I fail?
  • We have a dedicated Office of Student Success ready to help you overcome challenges.
• Don't I need a major to start college?
• Won't I waste money if I start college without declaring a major? 

Join us for events throughout the year to learn more about the Exploring Program, meet other students, staff and faculty, discover new majors and potential careers and more. 

• Coffee Connects
  • Get a new perspective on your goals and values over coffee and treats with Carroll's friendly international students. 
• Exploring Academic Program Meeting
  • Come and meet academic advisors, PAALs and faculty mentors while learning about the Exploring Program and what's to come this year. 
• Exploring Program Ice Cream Social
  • Learn about yourself while socializing with other Exploring Program students, PAALs, faculty menors and academic advisors. 
• Try-It Tuesday
  • Explore a field of study with alumni or faculty as they lead an informal, hands-on demonstration of the skills and knowledge they use every day. 
• Advising Kick-Off Event: BINGO!
  • Socialize with friends while learning about academic advising procedures, dates and much more! 
• Fireside Chats
  • Reflect on your own values in thoughtful conversation about the things that really matter. This event is co-sponsored by our Office of Spiritual Life. 
• Explore Careers Series
  • Hop on the van and visit a local employer who hires graduates from a surprising range of degree programs. 

For up-to-date information, follow us on Twitter @carrolluadvisor or follow the #CUEXPLORE hashtag.