Change of Major: Geology

The Geology Change of Major application process is for current students declared a major in the Geology Department AND for students declared a major outside the Geology Department interested in pursuing a change of major to any major within the Geology Department.

Students are encouraged to inquire about the Change of Major requirements each academic year due to potential changes to department specific application requirements between application periods.

Learn about majors in the Geology Department:

  • BA Earth System Science
  • BS Geology

Change of Major Advising

Contact the Geology Department regarding the requirements to be eligible to apply to a major in Geology.

Apply to Geology

To apply to a major within the Geology Department, evaluate your eligibility based on current admission criteria. When ready to apply, request a Change of Major Application. Requesting a change of major application will be available Spring 2024.

Request a Change of Major Application and submit a College of Science Change of Major Application to the College of Science by the application deadline: May 1st (for Fall 2024 admittance consideration). If you have questions about your change of major application, contact the College of Science Academic Programs support unit.

Requesting a Change of Major Application does not automatically result in admittance to the major.