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Is it possible to switch Majors in College right away after you get in?
Is it possible to get in to a top college as a Linguistic Major and switch to Computer Science?
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Martha’s Answer
Hi Canaan -
You should check the policy at your specific college, but typically it is relatively easy to do until you formally declare a major. By relatively easy, I mean completing a few forms. Declaring a major is usually during the Spring of your second year of college.
It may be more involved if the majors are in different "colleges" within the university or you want to switch into an overcrowded major. In either case, the academic advising staff should be able to help you. They should be used to students changing their minds once they actually are in college.
Good luck!
You should check the policy at your specific college, but typically it is relatively easy to do until you formally declare a major. By relatively easy, I mean completing a few forms. Declaring a major is usually during the Spring of your second year of college.
It may be more involved if the majors are in different "colleges" within the university or you want to switch into an overcrowded major. In either case, the academic advising staff should be able to help you. They should be used to students changing their minds once they actually are in college.
Good luck!
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Brooke’s Answer
Yes, you can usually switch majors right after starting college, but it depends on the school and major. The sooner you can decide if this is what you want to do and get started down the process, the better.
1. Talk to an Academic Advisor: They’ll guide you through the process.
2. Check Requirements: Some majors (e.g., Nursing, Engineering) may have GPA or application requirements.
3. Submit a Request: You may need to fill out a form to officially change. Be aware this could go through a review process as an application to get into the program.
Switching early is easier since you’re likely taking general courses right now, but keep in mind how it may affect your credits and graduation timeline before switching. Good luck!
1. Talk to an Academic Advisor: They’ll guide you through the process.
2. Check Requirements: Some majors (e.g., Nursing, Engineering) may have GPA or application requirements.
3. Submit a Request: You may need to fill out a form to officially change. Be aware this could go through a review process as an application to get into the program.
Switching early is easier since you’re likely taking general courses right now, but keep in mind how it may affect your credits and graduation timeline before switching. Good luck!
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Violet’s Answer
Yes, it's even possible to have several majors. It may vary, depending on your shool. I changed my major after completing my AA. Ask your counselor for help making it official.