1) Was this a last resort before dropping out?
Actually, no. Most General, Interdisciplinary, and Integrative Studies majors are well rounded students. Most of us have more than one field of interest, so we get to explore both fields without having to stay in school longer.
2) Aren't your classes super easy?
We have to take as many classes as you do; lower and upper level. Difference is, we aren't confined to a certain major's required classes. As long as we meet the prerequisites, like everyone else, we can take any difficulty of class we choose.
3) So do you get out of school quicker?
As far as my school goes, no. We have to have 120 credits to be able to graduate just like everyone else.
4) Why go to school if you do not have a specific major?
Most of us do have certain fields we enjoy learning about. Most schools make sure that we have a concentration so that we stay consistent with what courses we take. For example, a girl in one of my classes really enjoyed drawing body parts. So, the major set up a concentration for her to be able to take anatomy and art classes! She got to make up her own 'major' because of it, so now on her diploma will say "Medical Artist."
5) Isn't easy to be accepted into the General Studies program?
Even though the GPA requirement isn't as high as some other majors, my school makes people who are interested in the major write a proposal as to why they want to be in Integrative Studies, and what classes they will take that will benefit them after college.
6) What kind of people are in that major?
All walks of life are in General Studies classrooms. From football players, to greek life, to nontraditional students, a little bit of everyone is in the program!
7) What do you tell people when they ask what your major is?
I usually tell them my concentration, which is marketing! Marketing is also my minor, so I find it's easier to say that than "Integrative Studies major, concentration in Marketing, minor in Marketing."
