I first began graduate school as a creative writing major, but then switched over to general English to make myself more well rounded for future teaching options. But, there are also times when I wish I would have stayed in my original track of study in order to further deepen my imaginative skills and become more comfortable with the publishing arena.
There is no wrong answer, but it is important to be aware of options. If you are an English or writing major unsure of what to do next, this article may help.