Choosing a major, exploring career paths, or deciding what's next after graduation can feel overwhelming — but you don't have to figure it out alone. Career assessments are powerful tools that can help you learn more about yourself and how your unique traits align with potential career options.

1. Understand Yourself Before You Decide

Self-assessment is the first step in making confident career choices. By identifying your interests, values, personality, and skills, you can better understand what motivates you and what kind of work environment fits you best. Knowing yourself helps you focus your energy on career paths that feel both exciting and sustainable.

2. Take the FOCUS 2 Career Assessment

The FOCUS 2 assessment is a great starting point for exploring majors and careers that align with your interests and strengths. It provides personalized results and connects them to real-world occupations, giving you a clearer picture of what might be a good fit. After completing it, you can set up a 60-minute Review Assessments: FOCUS 2 Results appointment with a career advisor to discuss next steps.

3. Discover Your Personality with the MBTI

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) helps you better understand your personality preferences — how you process information, make decisions, and interact with others. This insight can be incredibly helpful when choosing a career or navigating work environments. Many students find that the MBTI helps them understand not only what they want to do, but how they want to do it. In order to see your MBTI results, booking a 60-minute Review Assessments: MBTI Results appointment with a career advisor is required.

4. Use Assessments as a Starting Point

While assessments can offer valuable guidance, they're just one part of the process. Use your results as a foundation for further exploration — research career fields, talk to professionals, and consider internships that align with your interests. Pairing insight with action is the key to building a fulfilling path forward.

Start Exploring Today

Ready to learn more about yourself and discover the possibilities ahead? Take the FOCUS 2 or MBTI assessments through the UMBC Career Center. You'll gain a deeper understanding of your strengths, interests, and career options — helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.