Have you ever heard someone tell you when you're in high school or college that you need to have your life completely planned out before graduation? I'm sure that any student can agree that they've heard this statement at least once in their life. However, if you asked most of the people who say this if they've ever changed their major at least once while they were in college, they will most likely nod and attempt to change the subject.

Most of the people I talk to that are just starting their freshman year of college tell me that they have no idea which major to choose. And almost every student I've talked to that's in high school told me that they have no idea what they want to do with their life after graduation. But this can't be a normal reaction, right?

Actually, it is a normal reaction for students in high school or college. Figuring out what you want to do in life is hard. The worst part about being in college is that even if you have something to major in, you are always wondering if you've made the right decision. There is always a fear of graduating and finding out after getting a job that you chose the wrong major. This why a lot of students change their major or choose to be undecided during their freshman and sophomore years of college.

Even though I major in middle childhood education, for example, I still go through periods where I question whether I chose the right major or the right grades to teach. You really don't know until you start working, which is why it's okay to change your major a few times or start out as undecided. According to Penn State, 20 to 50 percent of students enter college as undecided.

The good thing about choosing to be undecided for a major is that you get to explore different classes and get a better idea of what to major in later. Undecided majors get to take classes from all different areas, whether it's in science, art, psychology or education. I've known tons of students who say that being undecided ultimately helped them choose their major. As long as you aren't still undecided when you hit senior year, there is nothing wrong with being undecided.

In addition, most colleges admit that trying different classes gives you a more well-rounded education. According to HuffingtonPost, the purpose of college is to not only give students the skills needed for finding a career but to also give students a well-rounded education in which students are aware of the world around them. Therefore, having an undecided major is more beneficial than what you would think! Students who enjoy taking different types of classes can also major in liberal arts, which can help allow students to enjoy receiving a good education.

Being undecided can also help you avoid having to change your major several times. There is nothing wrong with changing your major, but if you change it too much it can cause you to have to take an extra semester or two. This is especially true if you decide to major in education or engineering which require you to take a huge number of courses. Being undecided can really help you in the long run and help you avoid this problem.

So, the next time you hear someone tell you that you need to start thinking about what major you want to choose before college, don't worry too much. You should never feel ashamed for not knowing what you want to do in college! It's better that you take your time when deciding the right major than to waste your money on going to college for a career that you later decide you don't want. Starting out as undecided for your major is not the end of the world. Choosing to be undecided is a more mature and smarter decision than rushing into choosing the wrong major.