Career Assessments
Unsure of a career or major? The UCSC Career Center offers assessments that can help you gain clarity.
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Focus 2
Focus 2 is a FREE
It takes 40-45 minutes to complete, although you can spend additional time researching different occupational choices and viewing over 300 career videos!
Who should take FOCUS 2?
- Are you unsure of what careers best suit you?
- Are you having trouble choosing a major?
- Do you know the UCSC majors that lead to particular careers?
- FOCUS 2 will help you select the right major & make a career plan!
Check out our short video to help you decide if this is the assessment for you:
How can I get started?
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What's next?
Drop into the Career Center if you have questions on your results. A career coach can assist you with interpreting the information you've learned about yourself, potential majors, and careers.
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
- 30 - 35 min. online assessment ($15 cost)
- The MBTI is a personality assessment that helps you better understand yourself and the career possibilities you may find satisfying by evaluating how you perceive the world and make decisions.
First meet with a career coach for further instructions on how to purchase the assessment.
Strong Interest Inventory (SII)
- 30-35 minute online assessment ($15 cost)
- The SII is an interest inventory that identifies your areas of interests,
occupations, and majors (if applicable) that you may be interested in pursuing. First meet with a career coach for further instructions on how to purchase the assessment.
Questions or concerns? Please contact the Career Center at (831) 459-4420.