Double Major

In some degree programs of the College of Arts and Sciences, a student may elect a second major. Normally, second majors are possible only in degree programs with similar general requirements and are thus not available from other schools and colleges. In those cases students can apply for two separate degrees (dual degree option #6 below). The second major option is not available in all colleges. The following specifications for a second major apply: In some degree programs of the College of Arts and Sciences, a student may elect a second major. Normally, second majors are possible only in degree programs with similar general requirements and are thus not available from other schools and colleges. In those cases students can apply for two separate degrees (dual degree option #6 below). The second major option is not available in all colleges. The following specifications for a second major apply: 1. The student must meet admission and progression requirements for the second major. 2. In those cases where double majors in two separate colleges are possible, the student must have received approval from both deans for a second major. 3. All requirements for the second major must be fulfilled. 4. All general education and special departmental requirements normally associated with the second major must be fulfilled. 5. In cases where the first major and the second major lead to different degrees, the student must designate one as the official degree of record. 6. Dual degree options - For those students wanting to do two separate majors in two different colleges (i.e.: Art History and Business) all degree requirements (core, major, and cognate) must be fulfilled for both degrees without any overlap in the major or cognate area. The student will need to seek approval from both colleges. A second major eliminates the cognate requirement; however, special departmental requirements normally completed as part of the cognate are not waived. Fulfillment of the requirements for a second major are indicated on the student’s official transcript upon graduation. No notation for a second major is placed on the official transcript for course work completed after graduation.