Learn more about the career paths related to different majors and fields of study. This list is intended to help you apply for scholarships on the NCCF Scholarships Portal and is based on information from the NC Department of Commerce and the National Career Clusters Framework.

CAREER PATH	FOCUS	RELEVANT MAJORS
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources	Focuses on careers related to farming, food production, environmental management, and natural resources	Agribusiness, Animal Science, Environmental Science, Horticulture, Forestry, Wildlife Management, Agricultural Engineering, Food Science
Architecture & Construction	Involves designing, planning, managing, and building structures	Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Urban Planning, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture
Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications	Covers careers in visual arts, performing arts, journalism, and media production	Graphic Design, Film Studies, Communication, Journalism, Broadcasting, Music, Theater, Fine Arts, Photography, Animation
Business Management & Administration	Focuses on careers in organizing, planning, and analyzing business operations	Business Administration, Management, Human Resources, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, International Business, Entrepreneurship
Education & Training	Encompasses teaching, training, and educational leadership	Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education, Educational Leadership, Early Childhood Education, Instructional Design, Adult Education
Finance	Involves careers in banking, investment, and financial planning	Finance, Accounting, Economics, Actuarial Science, Financial Planning, Banking, Risk Management
Government & Public Administration	Focuses on careers in public policy, governance, and administration of public services	Political Science, Public Administration, International Relations, Urban Studies, Public Policy, Homeland Security
Health Science	Involves careers in healthcare, medical research, and health administration	Nursing, Public Health, Health Administration, Medicine (Pre-Med), Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Biomedical Science, Nutrition
Hospitality & Tourism	Encompasses careers in travel, lodging, food services, and event planning	Hospitality Management, Tourism Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Event Planning, Culinary Arts, Recreation Management
Humanities and Social Sciences	Focuses on human culture, societal structures, and relationships	Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, History, Philosophy, English, Political Science, International Studies, Gender Studies
Information Technology	Involves careers related to computer systems, networks, software development, and data management	Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Data Science, Network Administration
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security	Focuses on legal services, law enforcement, corrections, and homeland security	Criminal Justice, Law (Pre-Law), Forensic Science, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Legal Studies, Public Safety Administration
Manufacturing	Covers careers in designing, planning, and creating products	Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, Materials Science, Robotics
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)	Encompasses careers in research, innovation, and the application of scientific and mathematical principles	Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical), Computer Science, Data Science, Environmental Science
Transportation, Distribution & Logistics	Focuses on careers related to the movement of goods and people	Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Transportation Engineering, Aviation Management, Maritime Studies, Automotive Technology
Undeclared/Not Listed	Students who are unsure of their career path often start with a general studies program that allows them to explore different fields before declaring a major	Liberal Arts, General Studies, Interdisciplinary Studies, Exploratory Programs