Major Exploration Fair

2020 Fair Cancelled

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Major Exploration Fair has been cancelled.

Questions? Email careers@jjc.edu.

 

What is the Major Exploration Fair?

Choosing the major that is right for you can be a difficult decision. The Major Exploration Fair will give you all the information you need, all in one place, to help you make the very best choice.

Attending the Major Exploration Fair can help you choose a major and field of study. It can also help if you've already selected a major, but need assistance exploring appropriate careers and professions, or selecting a transfer school.

At the Major Exploration Fair, you will meet faculty representatives from various JJC academic departments and support services, accomplished alumni and industry professionals, and representatives from  four-year colleges and universities – for a unique 'one-stop-shop' experience.

Don't forget the FUN! Snack on some free popcorn, take a picture in our 'career' photo booth, and complete an evaluation for your chance to win awesome prizes! 

During the event, post pictures on social media using #gotamajorjjc and you could win big! Raffles each hour!

  • Who Will Attend the Fair / Registration

    JJC Faculty and Program Advisors

    Attend the Major Exploration Fair to speak with faculty members and program advisors from all of JJC's degree and certificate programs.

    JJC Faculty:  Register your department/program 

    Alumni

    Meet JJC graduates who have completed programs you may be interested in and can answers question about life after JJC. Alumni will be available at various program tables to answer your questions and share their success stories. Learn about the schools they transferred to, where they are working, and get some great advice from someone who has been in your shoes. 
    If you are an alum interested in participating in the event, email caanders@jjc.edu.

    Four Year Colleges & Universities

    Students interested in transferring to a four-year college or university will have an opportunity to speak with several of them at the Major Exploration Fair. 

    2019 Participants:

    Aurora University
    Benedictine University
    Bradley University
    Carthage College
    Chicago School of Psychology
    Concordia University WI - Pharmacy
    Columbia College Chicago
    DePaul University
    Eastern IL University
    Elmhurst College
    Eureka College
    Flashpoint Chicago
    Governors State University
    Illinois State University
    Lewis University
    Methodist College of Nursing
    Millikin University
    * National Louis University
    Northeastern IL University
    Northern MI University
    Olivet Nazarene University
    Purdue University Northwest
    Resurrection University
    Roosevelt University
    Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
    Southern IL University and Carbondale Extended Learning
    St Xavier University
    Trinity Christian College
    University of IL Chicago
    Western IL University

    * National Louis University is our 2019 Featured Four Year Event Sponsor

  • Navigating the Fair

    Programs 

    • Pick up term-by-term guides for the programs you are interested in 
    • Ask what courses are required for these programs, how long it will take to complete these programs and if there are any field-related clubs or professional organizations you can join at JJC


    Majors 

    • Investigate at least three majors or careers you are interested in 
    • Ask about job opportunities and salary expectations 
    • Ask if you will need a bachelor's degree to work in these fields


    Transferring 

    • Identify at least three colleges or universities that you would like more information about 
    • Determine application deadlines, GPA requirements, foreign language competencies and available transfer scholarships and fee waivers


    Start Your Journey

    Find Your Pathway
    • Visit the Career Services Center to learn more about your programs or majors of interest and the career planning process. Call Career Services at 815-280-2756, email careers@jjc.edu or stop by Campus Center A1175 to make an appointment
    • Meet with a First Year Advisor who will help you get acclimated to college life and learn about all the support services to help you along the way. Call 815-280-6777 or visit A1155 for an appointment.
    • For general counseling and advising, call counseling at 815-280-2673 or stop by Campus Center A1155 to make an appointment.
    • Enroll in courses required for your JJC degree program 
    • Visit and apply to your selected four-year colleges and universities 
    • Tell us your story! If the Major Exploration Fair was helpful to you, email your story to careers@jjc.edu