BSOS Students,

Are you thinking about adding or changing your major? Here’s an overview of the process to help you get started:

How to Initiate the Request:

  1. Log into TerpEngage and submit a request to add or change your major.
  2. Once your request is submitted, an outline of tasks you need to complete will appear in TerpEngage. Make sure to review these tasks carefully.

Things to Consider:

  • If you are unsure about adding or changing your major, we encourage you to meet with your current college advising office to discuss the logistics and explore your options.
  • Part of the process for adding or changing a major includes submitting a graduation plan, which will outline your path to completing degree requirements.

LEP Majors:

  • Psychology and Criminology & Criminal Justice (CCJS) are Limited Enrollment Programs (LEP). This means that in order to apply, you must first complete the required gateway courses.

Adding a Second Major or Degree:

  • Students wishing to add a second major or degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice, Economics, Government & Politics, or Psychology must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • The departments of African American and Africana Studies, Anthropology, Geographical Sciences, Hearing and Speech Sciences, and Sociology will admit students as double majors on a case-by-case basis.

Credit Requirements:

  • For a Dual Degree, students are required to complete a minimum of 150 credits.
  • For a Double Major, students must complete at least 120 credits.

Special Cases:

  • Students on academic probation, dismissal, or other designated student populations will be required to schedule an appointment with an advisor to process the change.

Processing Time:

  • Please note that a major change or the addition of a second major may take approximately 15-20 business days to process.

If you have any questions or need guidance, you can schedule an appointment with an academic advisor who can assist you with this process.

Contact the Feller Center at: 301.405.1697 or schedule an advising appointment: Schedule an advising appointment

Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Phone: 301-405-1697 (Please leave a message and a staff member will contact you)  

Email:  For general advising inquiries: bsosadvising@umd.edu