At Nazareth, you do not have to select a major until the end of your sophomore year. Some majors do require a decision earlier than that, but generally the first two years can be a time of exploration, reflection, and self-evaluation. We encourage undeclared students to use this time to think about their interests and goals. During this time, you can also take courses that fulfill Core requirements and expose you to a wide variety of areas of study.

Declaring Or Changing A Major

Students who are changing or declaring a major must complete a Declaration or Change of Major form. This form must be approved by the department chair of the desired major and returned to the AAC.

Helpful Resources

• To learn more about majors and minors available at Nazareth, refer to the Academic Programs section of the Undergraduate Catalog.

• Each semester, the AAC offers a one-credit course available to freshmen and sophomores; CDL101: Exploring Self, Majors and Career.

• The Career Services Office offers resources for students, including computer software programs that help you pinpoint possible careers and majors that match your interests.

• Individual appointments can also be made with your academic advisor or an Academic Counselor in the Academic Advisement Center to discuss major and/or career choices.