Many people enter college with an exact idea of what they want to focus in, some flip flop around until they settle in on a major and others have no clue what they want to study while they are in college. Believe it or not, all three categories can make a student feel very overwhelmed.

According to Muse writer Ashley Faus, there are three things all students should ask themselves when they are at a crossroad of what they should focus in during college. Faus proposes 3 Questions to Ask Yourself When You Don’t Know What You Want to Do. Breaking these questions down can hopefully get a student on the track that helps them determine what to study.

Many students think they want to study a subject because they are fascinated by it. However, once college freshmen learn more about the major and potential careers related to it, students might begin to change their mind. Instead of picking your future based on what captivates you, ask yourself, “What am I passionate about?” This opens up several new doors that you may have not been aware of. It is okay to try different things and explore different options. This exploration will help you pinpoint exactly what you want to do. Choosing a career opposed to choosing a job are two unique things. Make sure you are choosing a career you are passionate about and that you will enjoy waking up every day and doing.

What does my dream job look like? When choosing a career path, you need to evaluate all that job will entail. Take into consideration work hours, dress code and growth opportunities. In addition, you want to evaluate where you see yourself in this career one, five and ten years down the road. Faus says that “While you never really know how your role will evolve over time (or even what jobs might be available in the future!), it’s important to explore how the role tends to change as you advance.” How does this job fit into my life?

Whatever field you end up claiming as your dream job, know that the average worker today stays at each of his or her jobs for 4.4 years, according to the most recent available data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. It may take a few jobs until you reach the apex of your career. It’s impossible to plan for every step along the way, but asking yourself big-picture questions about what you want from a career can help you chart a path at any stage.