Effective Fall 2025, DGS will become the Division of Exploratory Studies. Same mission; new name.
Effective Fall 2025, DGS will become the Division of Exploratory Studies. New name; same mission.
Studies show about 80% of first-year college students aren’t sure what they want to major in, and over 50% of college students change their major at least once. In DGS, first year and sophomore students will discover a flexible program designed to accommodate their exploration of various majors while staying on track for graduation.
From the time you begin our program to the point you declare your major, a dedicated advising team will be here to guide you. Our teams-based approach ensures that you receive high-touch advising and outreach every semester while still allowing you the freedom and flexibility to schedule with any advisor in your (alphabetically assigned) group. Learn more about our staff!
There are over 150 majors and minors to choose from at the University of Illinois. Learn more about our majors, their introductory courses, and their related occupations.
Want to stay up to date on what is happening in DGS, Major ICT Deadlines, Information Sessions? We share updates weekly in our newsletter called The DGS Explorer!
"Take every chance you get to explore something new. You never know what kind of fun adventure is awaiting you, and you may find your major or figure out your dream career by simply taking a course that looked interesting or different to you!" Alexis Simmons, Advertising Major
