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Future Students

Welcome to Exploratory Studies. Are you unsure about your major due to multiple academic and career interests? Or perhaps you were not directly admitted to your desired program? No worries, we're here to help.

As an admitted student in Exploratory Studies, you will have the opportunity to explore and discover your passions while working with a Student Success Navigator toward your ultimate goal. Whether it's finding your dream major or just gaining more clarity on your career path, or seeking admission to one of Miami’s selective programs, we're here to support you every step of the way.

As an Exploratory Studies major, you will:

  • confidently select a major within four semesters (60 credit hours)
  • be able to identify their interests, values, skills, and personality traits to select a major and career pathway
  • understand how and when to utilize campus resources effectively to support their success
  • develop meaningful relationships with their student success navigator, faculty, staff, and peers

 

What is a Student Success Navigator?

Student Success Navigators have a unique role at Miami University, providing individualized, holistic support for undergraduate students who are in the exploratory stage of their college experience. Working with students to explore their options, Student Success Navigators serve students at the intersections of multiple domains, including major exploration, course selection, financial, emotional, and social health, and academic performance.

The Student Success Navigator supports students who are exploring majors and assists them in progressing toward any degree at Miami. Student Success Navigators are highly competent, rigorously trained professionals prioritizing student well-being, centering authentic relationships in every interaction. Our mission is to assist students in obtaining a rich and meaningful college experience.

student working with an advisor

Student Exploration Process at-a-glance

Orientation

  • During orientation, incoming Exploratory Studies students and families will learn about exploratory studies, identify their interest area, and work with a Student Success Navigator to select first-semester courses
  • Exploratory Studies students are encouraged to attend the Exploratory Studies Welcome to learn more about the program and begin building community. 

Fall Semester

  • Students will receive proactive communication from their Student Success Navigator about important information throughout the semester. Refer to the Student Communication plan in the next section. 
  • Students will schedule an initial meeting with their Student Success Navigator to begin the exploratory process.
  • Students will meet with an assigned Student Success Navigator to complete a spring registration appointment. 
  • Students will meet with a Career Advisor in the Center for Career Exploration & Success

Spring Semester

  • Students will meet with their assigned Student Success Navigator to continue the exploration process. 
  • Students can enroll in EDL 100: College and Career Development 
  • Students will participate in at least one OES or CCES program. 

Fall and Spring Term (Year Two) 

  • Students meet with their assigned Student Success Navigator twice a semester to solidify their exploration and transition plan.
  • Students will confidently select a major and transition to their major advisor

Office of Exploratory Studies

Roudebush Hall, Room 102
501 E. High Street
Oxford, OH 45056
513-529-2131
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