Dual Degree/Double Major Requirements

In certain cases students may be able to complete the requirements for more than one academic major through either a double major or a dual degree program of study.

A double major program of study combines two major fields of study within the same degree program. Students completing a double major program of study are awarded a single degree with two majors. Completion of a double major program requires that students complete a minimum of 121 semester hours.

A dual degree program of study combines two majors from distinct degree programs. Any combination of major fields of study involving degree programs in more than one college is a dual degree program even if both degrees bear the same title. Students completing a dual degree program are awarded two distinct degrees. Completion of a dual degree program requires that the students complete a minimum of 140 total semester hours.

Certain major combinations are not appropriate and are not permitted by the colleges. Students interested in a double major or dual degree program of study must consult the offices of the
appropriate colleges and/or independent school to determine whether the desired combination of majors is permitted. If the combination is permitted, the college offices will assist the students in formally declaring the degrees/majors and will provide the students with major sheets for both of the degrees/majors showing the course requirements to be satisfied for both majors. The students must complete all requirements for both degrees/majors.

Students are required to file a graduation application for each degree/major program of study. Students must officially declare any degree/major in time to meet the graduation application deadline for the semester in which they expect to complete the program of study.

 
 

This page was last modified on August 20, 2009