A Case Study on the Motivation for Application and College Adaptation of Undecided Students

This study reviewed the motivation for admission to an autonomous major department, college adaptation, and satisfaction, and drew implications. A literature review and individual interviews with 13 undergraduate students from University A’s autonomous majors were conducted twice. Many students chose an autonomous major department, considering the possibility of passing. No systematic university life adaptation support plan was available. Students improved their adaptability to college life through orientations, MT, clubs, and sports competitions. Regardless of application motivation, many students were satisfied with the autonomous major department. All the students supported the university-free admission system in terms of major search opportunities. This study is meaningful in accumulating empirical data on the motivation for applying without majors and adapting to college, and is of practical significance in suggesting policy improvement tasks such as mentoring.