And... on top of it all... depending on what you read or who you listen to, students average between 3-4 changes in majors during the first 2 years. While it may seem scattered, it could also be considered quite healthy as a young adult explores future options. Most quality liberal arts schools have majors in math, physics, chemistry as well as the customary english, literature, history, etc.. And... since many professional careers require a masters, getting 4 years of well rounded education and a thorough foundation in a specific field helps out when launching into a masters program.
Unless... unless you are a communications major that thinks because they have played a sport for a couple years they will automatically land avery high paying announcing job or "color commentator" position. Let's see, 751,873 graduates in communications, 3 jobs a year opening up. Sadly for many, particularly those who cannot speak or write (yet have a communications degree), the only vallid phrase they will need is "do you want fries with that?"
And, yes, a degree in 17th century French literature is also a bit problematic. And, to answer another PM, Middlebury is not located between Upperbury and Lowerbury. It's more to the northeast. Keep workin' it.