Declaring a major

Incoming first-time first year students enter SCAD as undeclared majors. First-year students have the opportunity to declare a major during their first quarter of enrollment but may remain undeclared through their sophomore year. While undeclared, students are required to consult with their success adviser prior to registration each quarter. Students should declare a major by the end of their first year.

Incoming transfer students enter SCAD as declared majors based on their application for admission. Transfer credit is reviewed and awarded based upon the declared major. All declared students are assigned a faculty adviser who teaches in the major, as well as a success adviser.

Undergraduate students who wish to declare or change a major must consult with a success adviser. Undergraduate students may change their major, add a second major, or enroll in a minor at any time during their studies. Graduate students who wish to change their program of study must consult with a graduate success adviser. Students may declare a major or minor only at a SCAD location where it is offered.