| Strong fit — storytelling, media, creativity, culture, writing |
| Communication / Media and Communication Arts |
CurryDeanFSU |
How people share ideas through media, writing, and storytelling. Covers journalism, social media, public relations, and how cultural messages get made and spread. |
Social media manager, content writer, communications coordinator, PR assistant, journalist, marketing associate, media producer, nonprofit communications staff. |
Strong fit |
| Digital Communication |
Mitchell |
Content creation, media storytelling, and digital platforms. You study how media shapes culture and how to produce your own. |
Digital content creator, social media strategist, podcast or video producer, community manager, brand communications associate, copywriter. |
Strong fit |
| English |
CurryFSU |
Reading, writing, and understanding how stories work. You analyze literature, film, and culture while developing strong writing skills. |
Writer, editor, communications staff, content strategist, teacher (with licensure), publishing assistant, grant writer, technical writer, UX writer. |
Strong fit |
| Creative Writing |
UNE |
Fiction, essays, and screenplays in small workshop settings. Everyone reads and responds to each other's work throughout the program. |
Author, screenwriter, content writer, copywriter, editor, communications professional, writing instructor. Writing skills transfer into almost any career. |
Strong fit |
| Fashion Design and Retailing / Apparel and Textile Science |
FSU |
Combines the creative side of fashion with how clothing gets designed, produced, and sold. Hands-on and visual throughout. |
Fashion buyer, retail merchandiser, visual merchandiser, fashion stylist, product developer, apparel designer, trend analyst, fashion marketing coordinator. |
Strong fit |
| Communication Arts |
FSU |
FSU's blend of visual communication, media production, and storytelling. More hands-on and design-oriented than a traditional communications major. |
Graphic designer, visual content producer, media coordinator, UX/UI designer, brand designer, advertising associate, digital media specialist. |
Strong fit |
| Communication (A.A.) |
MassBay |
Two-year associate degree covering the basics of media, writing, and communication. Designed to transfer to a four-year program. |
Entry-level communications or media assistant roles, or transfer pathway to communications, English, or media studies at a four-year school. |
Strong fit |
| English (A.A.) |
MassBay |
Two-year degree in reading, writing, and literature. Transfers well to four-year programs in English, communications, or education. |
Transfer pathway to a four-year English or humanities degree. Entry-level writing, tutoring, or editorial assistant roles while continuing your education. |
Strong fit |
| Liberal Arts (A.A.) |
MassBay |
A broad foundation in writing, humanities, and social sciences. A flexible starting point that transfers easily to a four-year school. |
Primarily a transfer degree — it opens the door to almost any four-year major. Career outcomes depend on the direction taken after transfer. |
Strong fit |
| Art (Studio Art) |
FSUUNE |
Hands-on art making — drawing, painting, graphic arts, and visual design. Project-based learning throughout. |
Graphic designer, illustrator, art educator, gallery assistant, visual content creator, set or prop designer, freelance artist, art director (with experience). |
Strong fit |
| Art History |
FSU |
How art, design, and visual culture have changed across history and societies. Writing-heavy and humanities-focused. |
Museum educator, gallery assistant, arts administrator, archivist, art writer or critic, auction house assistant, cultural programming coordinator. |
Strong fit |
| Arts Leadership |
Dean |
How the arts are managed, funded, and brought to communities. Covers nonprofit arts organizations, event planning, and cultural programming. |
Arts administrator, nonprofit program coordinator, event producer, development associate, cultural center manager, community arts educator, gallery or venue manager. |
Strong fit |
| Theatre (Acting or Production/Design) |
Dean |
Performance, directing, and production design. Dean is nationally recognized for its performing arts programs. |
Actor, stage manager, production designer, props or costume coordinator, arts educator, community theater director, entertainment production assistant. |
Strong fit |
| History |
FSUUNE |
How people, cultures, and societies have changed over time. Reading and writing focused. Jocelyne's World History Honors grade suggests this is a real strength area. |
Museum educator, archivist, researcher, journalist, policy analyst, teacher (with licensure), nonprofit program staff. Graduate school opens doors in law, public policy, or academic history. |
Strong fit |
| Global Studies / International Studies |
FSUUNE |
How cultures and societies interact across the world — through history, media, politics, and trade. Writing and reading intensive. |
Nonprofit or NGO program staff, international relations coordinator, cultural affairs associate, journalist, government or policy work. Graduate study in international affairs or law common. |
Strong fit |
| Possible fit — worth exploring with the right support |
| Psychology |
CurryDeanFSUMitchellUNE |
How people think, feel, and behave. Writing-heavy at the intro level. The research methods component requires some statistics. |
Human services worker, case manager, mental health technician, HR associate, research assistant, school counselor (with further education). Licensed therapist or psychologist roles require graduate school. |
Possible fit |
| Sociology |
CurryFSUUNE |
How societies, communities, and groups work — culture, identity, inequality, and how things change over time. Reading and writing focused. |
Community organizer, nonprofit program staff, social services coordinator, policy researcher, HR associate, journalist, educator. Often paired with graduate work in social work or public policy. |
Possible fit |
| Education (Elementary or Early Childhood) |
CurryFSUMitchellUNE |
Prepares you to work with children in classroom settings. Hands-on, relationship-driven, and structured. Leads to a teaching license in Massachusetts. |
Elementary school teacher, preschool or daycare director, early intervention specialist, instructional aide, special education assistant. One of the most stable and in-demand career paths available. |
Possible fit |
| Liberal Arts: Human Services (A.A.) |
MassBay |
Working with people in community, social service, and advocacy settings. Hands-on and people-centered. |
Entry-level community service, social services aide, residential support staff, youth program coordinator. Transfers to four-year human services or social work programs. |
Possible fit |
| Liberal Arts: Psychology/Sociology (A.A.) |
MassBay |
Two-year degree exploring human behavior, social systems, and culture. Designed to transfer to a four-year psychology or sociology program. |
Transfer pathway to four-year psychology, sociology, counseling, or social work programs. Entry-level human services work while completing the degree. |
Possible fit |
| Liberal Arts: Early Childhood Education (A.A.) |
MassBay |
Child development and early education. Practical and structured. Transfers into a four-year education degree. |
Preschool teacher or aide, daycare staff, early intervention support. Transfers to a four-year education program for full teaching licensure. |
Possible fit |
| Food and Nutrition / Food Science |
FSUUNE |
Nutrition, food systems, and health. Applied and hands-on. FSU is nationally known for this program. Science is involved. |
Registered dietitian (with supervised practice), food scientist, nutrition educator, public health nutritionist, food industry quality specialist, wellness coordinator. |
Possible fit |
| Hospitality and Tourism Management |
DeanFSUMassBay |
Event planning, tourism, hotel management, and customer experience. Creative and people-centered with real-world applications. |
Hotel or resort manager, event coordinator, travel consultant, restaurant manager, venue operations staff, tourism marketing associate, convention services coordinator. |
Possible fit |
| Liberal Studies |
FSUMitchell |
A student-designed major drawing from multiple disciplines. At FSU, it can be built around a unique combination of interests. |
Depends on how the major is built. With a media and culture focus, outcomes overlap with communications, arts administration, or education. Often a launchpad toward graduate school. |
Possible fit |
| Environmental Studies |
FSUUNE |
The natural world, sustainability, and how humans interact with the environment. Science-heavy. More realistic at FSU given Jocelyne's current profile. |
Environmental educator, conservation program staff, sustainability coordinator, park ranger, environmental nonprofit worker, land use planner, community garden or urban agriculture roles. |
Possible fit |
| Public Health |
FSUUNE |
How communities stay healthy — health education, policy, and prevention. Less clinical than nursing. People-centered and writing-friendly. |
Health educator, community outreach coordinator, nonprofit wellness coordinator, health communications associate. Graduate school opens doors to epidemiology, policy, and administration. |
Possible fit |
| Worth knowing about — available and realistic, less aligned with her core interests |
| Business Administration / Business Management |
CurryDeanFSUMitchellUNEMassBay |
The broad foundation for running organizations — marketing, management, and finance. Math is involved. Available at all six schools. |
Management trainee, marketing coordinator, retail or operations manager, HR assistant, sales associate, small business owner. One of the most versatile degrees available. |
Worth knowing |
| Biology |
CurryFSUUNEMitchell |
The study of living organisms. Science and math heavy. Connects to horticulture broadly but demands a different academic skill set. |
Lab technician, research assistant, environmental scientist, healthcare worker (with further education), science educator. Most research-level roles require graduate school. |
Worth knowing |
| Criminal Justice / Criminology |
CurryDeanFSUMitchellUNEMassBay |
Law enforcement, justice systems, and social policy. Available at all six schools. Does not connect closely to Jocelyne's interests. |
Law enforcement officer, corrections officer, probation or parole officer, victim advocate, court coordinator, social services worker. Graduate study opens doors in law or public policy. |
Worth knowing |
| Exercise Science / Kinesiology / Sport Management |
CurryDeanFSUMitchellUNE |
Sport management covers the business of athletics; exercise science is more clinical. Very popular at Dean and Mitchell. |
Athletic director, sports marketing associate, fitness trainer, recreation coordinator, team operations staff, sports event planner, physical therapy aide (exercise science track). |
Worth knowing |
| Nursing |
CurryFSUMitchellUNE |
A rigorous clinical program preparing students to become registered nurses. Heavy on science and math. |
Registered nurse across hospital, clinic, school, or community settings. One of the most stable and in-demand careers available. Nurse practitioner or leadership roles with further education. |
Worth knowing |
| Computer Science / Information Technology |
CurryFSUUNEMassBay |
Programming, systems, and technology problem-solving. Math-intensive. Not a natural fit given Jocelyne's current academic profile. |
Software developer, systems analyst, IT support specialist, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, data analyst. Very high job demand and strong salaries across the board. |
Worth knowing |
| Biochemistry / Chemistry / Environmental Science |
CurryFSUUNE |
Hard science programs requiring strong math and lab science foundations. Not a realistic match for Jocelyne's current profile. |
Lab researcher, environmental consultant, pharmaceutical technician, quality control scientist. Most higher-level roles require graduate school. |
Worth knowing |
| Public Relations |
Curry |
How organizations communicate with the public — press releases, campaigns, and messaging strategy. Writing-forward and media-connected. |
PR coordinator, communications associate, media relations specialist, brand manager, corporate communications staff, agency account coordinator. |
Worth knowing |
| Business Administration / Accounting / Marketing (A.S.) |
MassBay |
MassBay's business associate degrees. Accounting is math-heavy; marketing and general business are more accessible. All transfer to four-year programs. |
Entry-level business, retail, or marketing roles. Accounting track leads to bookkeeping or accounting technician work. All transfer to a four-year business degree. |
Worth knowing |
| Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Environmental Sciences (A.S.) |
MassBay |
Science and lab-focused two-year programs at MassBay. Not a strong academic fit for Jocelyne right now. |
Lab assistant, environmental technician, biotech manufacturing support. Transfer pathway to four-year biology or environmental science programs. |
Worth knowing |
| Aquaculture, Aquarium Science, and Aquaponics |
UNE |
The only B.S. program of its kind in the U.S. Covers care of aquatic animals in zoos and aquariums, plus freshwater and marine cultivation. Hands-on and coastal. Science and math requirements are real. |
Aquarium curator or educator, zoo aquatics staff, fish hatchery manager, marine aquaculture technician, aquaponics farm operator. Graduates can sit for the AALSO professional certification exam before leaving school. |
Worth knowing |
| Marine Biology / Marine Sciences |
UNE |
Science-intensive study of ocean ecosystems and marine life. UNE's coastal campus makes it a distinctive setting for this program. |
Marine biologist, fisheries scientist, oceanographic researcher, environmental consultant, wildlife biologist, marine educator. Graduate school typical for research roles. |
Worth knowing |
| Marine and Environmental Science |
Mitchell |
A hands-on science program at Mitchell's waterfront New London campus. More accessible than UNE's version but still science-driven. |
Environmental technician, conservation aide, marine education center staff, sustainability coordinator, coastal resource management. Graduate school typical for research-level work. |
Worth knowing |
| Applied Exercise Science / Health Sciences |
MitchellUNE |
Mitchell's health-focused programs. Applied Exercise Science covers fitness and human movement; Health Sciences is a broader pre-health track. |
Personal trainer, fitness coordinator, health and wellness coach, physical therapy aide, pre-health preparation for graduate programs in PT, OT, or physician assistant. |
Worth knowing |