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Change of Major Request

Changing your major is a common and natural part of the academic journey as students gain more educational and practical experience. At Academic Advising, we are here to support you through this process by offering guidance, information, and technical assistance to help you make informed decisions about your major and degree.

It’s essential to actively explore and select a major that aligns with both your personal interests and career goals. Remember, there is often little direct correlation between undergraduate degrees and specific types of employment. A particular major does not guarantee a job in a specific field, nor does it restrict your career options to that field.

To begin your major search, we encourage you to explore the resources available through UTSA’s University Career Center. The "What Can I Do With That Major" page provides valuable insights into various career paths.

You can use the ‘What-if’ feature in Degree Works to see how your completed credits might apply toward a new major.

For a list of available majors, please review the UTSA Undergraduate Catalog.

 

(Currently Enrolled Undergraduates Only)

Policies & Procedures

Please review the following guidelines before submitting your change of major request:

  • This form is for UTSA undergraduate students only. Graduate student advising can be found here.

  • This form is only for undergraduate students interested in changing their major. 
    • For changes to your minor, concentration, or specialization, please contact your assigned Academic Advisor.
    • Note: You must be a current UTSA student. If you have not attended your academic advising appointment for new student orientation, do not submit this form.
  • Online Degree Options: Some majors are available entirely online. If you are considering changing into an online degree, you must request an advising appointment with the UTSA Online Degree via the Advisor Appointment Request Form. Learn about these online majors.

  • If you already know which residential (non-online) major you would like to pursue, please complete the Change of Major Request.

    • If you meet the change of major requirements, your official student records will be updated accordingly.

    • Please submit this form no later than five days before the Census Day deadline if you wish for the new major to be applied to the current term. Any approved change of major requests after the Census deadline are applied for the following semester.

  • If you would like to meet with an advisor before making a decision, please fill out the Advisor Appointment Request Form.

    • Note: If you wish to transfer to the UTSA Online program, you must submit the advisor appointment request form 14 business days before the start of the Spring or Fall semester.

  • Please allow 5 business days to process your request. You will receive an email to your UTSA e-mail account. If you do not receive a notification within 5 business days, please contact:

 

We look forward to helping you navigate this important decision and supporting your academic and career success.