Policy:
Students may request to change their major once per semester. The deadline for fall is October 1st and the deadline for spring is February 15th; no changes are permitted during the summer.
Students are encouraged to meet with an advisor before changing their major. Students need to be aware that changing a major can have implications for time-to-degree completion as well as financial aid or veterans benefits. It is also strongly recommended that financial aid recipients discuss program changes with the Financial Aid Office to better understand the impact on their financial aid. Students who receive Veterans benefits should also meet with a Veterans Certifying Official.
Procedure:
Students who are interested in changing their major* should first contact an academic advisor to discuss career and educational goals, and other relevant offices (financial aid or veterans) to learn how a change of major may impact benefits. To change a program of study, students must submit a completed and signed Declaration/Change of Major form available at the Welcome Center or on the QC portal.
*Students interested in changing to a selective program (Nursing, Practical Nursing, Surgical Technology, Physical Therapist Assistant, Medical Laboratory Technician, or Radiological Technology) should contact the Admissions Office to learn more about the admissions requirements and the application process. Please note selective programs have specific application requirements and deadlines.
Original: August 2024