Choice of Major. A student choosing one of the following majors should declare it in the spring of the first year: American studies; visual arts; biochemistry; dance; music; nutritional science; and physics. A student declaring any other major should do so during the sophomore year at the time designated by the registrar as long as she meets any conditions that may be set by the major department. Application and admission to the appropriate department are required of majors in professional schools awarding a joint degree.
Double Major. A double major can be recognized provided a student fulfills the requirements of both major departments by the date of graduation. The student must declare the majors at the proper time and fulfill all conditions required by either department. The double major is recorded on the student`s transcript.
Change of Major. A student wishing to change her major should consult the undergraduate director of the department of her proposed new major. If the undergraduate director approves the new program and all the requirements can be met within the time allotted, the student should then file a change-of-major form at the Office of Academic Services. Changes of major may be difficult after the start of the junior year and sometimes require extensive extra course work.
