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Exploratory Studies

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At Commonwealth University, 'Undeclared' is by no means unassisted. We'll work with you to explore your options and find the degree program that's right for you.

Degrees & Offerings
  • Study Track
Location
  • Bloomsburg
  • Clearfield
  • Lock Haven
  • Mansfield
Department
College
Program Contact
Assistant Professor, Executive Director of Student Success
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Exploratory students one of the largest admitted student major every year at Commonwealth University. As an exploratory studies student, you’ll be paired with an advisor who will help you find your path into an academic program by learning about your strengths, passions, and goals. You’ll engage with numerous areas of interest and work with your advisor, Alumni and Professional Engagement services, volunteering, job shadowing, and various programs outside the classroom.

Exploratory Studies Campus Contacts

  • Bloomsburg — Rebecca Willoughby, Assistant Professor, Executive Director of Student Success
  • Lock Haven — Melinda Phillips, Assistant Professor, Department of Student Success
  • Mansfield — Deborah Rotella, Assistant Professor, Department of Student Success

Courses and Curriculum

Coursemap

Your relationship with your Academic Advisor is an important one as an Exploratory student. Your Advisor offers support and guidance as you engage with coursework and move toward selecting a program of study that aligns with your talents, values, and goals. 

You and your Advisor will work together so that you can realize your maximum educational potential in a career you love. You’ll collaborate to explore the many options available at Commonwealth University, craft a plan for experiences and opportunities you can access throughout your time as a student, and connect with University resources to ensure your path is the right one for you.

Explore Academic Programs

There’s no limit to what you can do here. If you’re passionate about it, you can study it. With more than 80 degree programs across our Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, Mansfield, and Clearfield locations, your students will always have options at Commonwealth University.

Academic Programs

The Honors College

The Eileen G. Jones Honors College at Commonwealth University provides exceptional opportunities for high-achieving and high-potential students like you to expand your cultural and personal boundaries while reaching your intellectual and career goals.

Honors College Program

FOCUS 2 Survey

Start by using FOCUS2, an online career exploration and planning system for self-assessment, research links, a career planning tutorial, and even compare multiple career options.

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Onward and Upward

80+
New and Innovative Academic Programs
Nearly 99%
Of Our Graduates Are Employed or Attending Graduate School Within a Year of Earning Their Degrees

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What can I do with this Major?

Whether you’re exploring majors or searching for information about your chosen field, this website will help you connect majors to careers. Learn about typical career areas and types of employers that hire people with each major, as well as strategies to make you a more marketable candidate.

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Meet the Team

Dr. Rebecca Willoughby

Rebecca Willoughby

  • Assistant Professor, Executive Director of Student Success
  • Bloomsburg
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Ailien Pham

  • Information Technology Generalist 1
  • Bloomsburg

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