Purpose

The purpose of this policy is provide guidance on the requirements to those undergraduate students seeking a double major, or second Bachelor’s Degree simultaneously with no break in attendance.

Scope

This policy applies to all student pursuing a double major, or second Bachelor’s Degree.

Policy

Double Major

If a student simultaneously completes the requirements of two majors leading towards the same degree type, the student will earn one degree, and both majors will be noted on the student’s transcript. Students will receive one diploma. The student must complete the core requirements for both majors in addition to the general education requirements for the degree earned. (Refer to General Education Requirements by degree.)

Second Bachelor’s Degree

If a student simultaneously completes the requirements of majors leading towards degrees of different types, the student will earn two degrees, with each major noted under the appropriate degree on the student’s transcript. The student must complete the requirements of each major.