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College of Liberal Arts Change of Major

Change of Major Criteria and Procedures (updated 02/01/2011)

General Information

ALL majors in the College of Liberal Arts are “impacted,” which means all departments in the college have already turned away large numbers of highly qualified applicants from high schools and other institutions because of space limitations. Consequently, departments have high standards for students requesting to transfer into these majors from other programs in the college and the university. Because of the high demand for our majors, we will not be able to accommodate all requests to transfer; current Cal Poly students may have to transfer to another university in order to pursue a degree program other than the one into which they were admitted upon application to Cal Poly.

Each major department sets its own criteria for internal transfers (current Cal Poly students who wish to change majors) consistent with the university’s policy on change of major (please see http://www.academicprograms.calpoly.edu/academicpolicies/Policies-Undergrad/Change-major.html). In addition to meeting the individual department standards listed below, all students transferring into the College of Liberal Arts must be in good academic standing at the time of the transfer.

Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA)

Any student wanting to change his/her major must meet with the department chair (or designee) in the target major to discuss a change of major and to set up an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA). This ICMA will serve as a contract, and will be valid for no more than two academic quarters. Students must meet the requirements as set forth by each department and outlined in the ICMA by the end of this period in order to be accepted into the target major.

Additional ICMA Guidelines:

• Students must complete at least one (1) quarter at Cal Poly before requesting a change of major.
• One chance to be accepted – Students who enter into an ICMA and do not complete its requirements will not be eligible to request the major again later in their career at Cal Poly. In this event, students are advised to consider the target major as a minor, if appropriate.
• Completion of Change of Major – The change of major will be approved once the student has successfully met all of the requirements of the ICMA.
• The ICMA must be completed in no more than two quarters.
• The ICMA will be terminated if a student is academically disqualified prior to the completion of the agreement.
• For students entering as freshmen or upper division transfers starting in Fall 2010, students must be able to finish the requirements for the target major without exceeding 204 total units (208 total units for Art & Design majors)   or a length of time enrolled at Cal Poly of four years plus one academic quarter. Students who entered Cal Poly prior to Fall 2010 will also need to demonstrate that they can complete the new target degree in a timely manner (preferably in no more than 204 total units or a length of time enrolled at Cal Poly of four years plus one academic quarter).

NOTE: The above policy also applies to students wishing to add a second major.

MAJORS:

Anthropology-Geography

Art & Design

Child Development

Communication Studies

Comparative Ethnic Studies

English

Graphic Communication

History

Journalism

Modern Languages & Literatures

Music

Philosophy

Political Science

Psychology

Sociology

Theatre Arts

 

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The change of major is accomplished by completing an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA), which is available through the Social Sciences Department office. The change of major will be approved once the student has successfully met all of the requirements delineated on the ICMA. The ICMA must be feasible to complete and be completed in no more than two quarters.

Students must complete at least one quarter at Cal Poly before requesting a change of major.

Requesting a Change of Major

Students should meet with the Chair of the Social Sciences Department to complete the ICMA. The following will be incorporated into the ICMA:

• Students need to complete three courses with the major prefix (ANT or GEOG for the Anthropology-Geography major or SOC for the Sociology major)
• Students will be required to complete STAT 217 or STAT 221 with a C- or better.
• Students must have a Cal Poly cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better, or a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better in each of the last two consecutive quarters.
• Students must not be on Academic Probation at the time of the interview.

The above policy also applies to students wishing to add a major offered by the Social Sciences Department as a second major.

Students who enter into an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) with the department and are not accepted into the Anthropology-Geography major or Sociology major within two quarters will not be eligible to reapply to that major. In this event, students are advised to consider pursuing a minor offered by the Social Sciences Department.

Department Contact:  Terry Jones, Department Chair, 805-756-2260 (main dept. office)               Back to Majors List

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The Department of Art and Design has established a policy and procedure regarding applications for major changes into our program. Please read this information carefully. If there is any part you do not fully understand, ask our office staff for clarification.

Portfolios for major change applicants are reviewed three times each academic year, once during each of the following quarters: fall, winter and spring. We are not accepting applications for second majors. (As an alternative, please review our art minor programs.) 

Please notify the department office of your intent to change majors during the third week of the quarter in which you wish to be reviewed, when you will be given information about the portfolio review for that quarter. Sample portfolio requirements and assigned projects can be found on our web site at: http://artdesign.calpoly.edu/ under the “Documents and Forms” tab.

POLICY:

Academic:  All applicants must have a CPSLO Cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 and a Last Graded Term at Cal Poly GPA of at least 2.3 (must have completed at least one quarter at Cal Poly to apply for a major change). Failure to meet either of these academic minimums renders the applicant ineligible to apply. Students on academic probation are not eligible.

In addition, applicants must not have previously applied to change their major to Art & Design at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.

Portfolio:  All applicants must submit a portfolio of their own work that meets all minimum requirements outlined in the portfolio requirements, and meet the portfolio due date immediately preceding the review date desired.

PROCEDURE:

Notification to the Department:

The first step is to come to the department office and notify us of your intent to change your major to our program. This can be done during the third week of fall, winter or spring quarters. You will be given the Major Change Applicant letter, which specifies portfolio requirements, including assigned project options for graphic design and studio art, review processing forms, and a due date for all materials.

Portfolio Submission for Review:

Submit a portfolio of your work appropriate for the concentration of your choice. All required materials must be submitted together by the due date as outlined in the Major Change Applicant letter.

Review Outcome Notification:

Within a week after the review date, you will be notified via your Cal Poly email address as to the outcome of the portfolio review.  If you have been accepted, your major change form/ICMA will be developed and processed by the department office, and you will need to meet with the department chair before registering for classes in the next quarter.

Department Contact:  Sky Bergman, Department Chair, 805-756-1148 (main dept. office)     Back to Majors List

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Department Contact:  Gary Laver, Department Chair, 805-756-2033 (main dept. office)   Back to Majors List

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Minimum Application Requirements

• Must have completed a minimum of 16 units of Cal Poly coursework.
• Must have satisfied all General Education Area A requirements.
• Must have earned a grade point average of 3.00 or higher for all Cal Poly General Education coursework (minimum of 12 units).
• Must be in good academic standing (not currently on academic probation)

Individualized Change of Major Agreement Process

• Meet with the Communication Studies Department Chair to complete an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA).
• Select, with approval of Department Chair, 12 units of Communication Studies coursework drawn from the list of ICMA-eligible courses. At least 4 units of the approved coursework must be at the 300-400 level.
• Provide a schedule plan demonstrating an ability to complete all outstanding degree requirements as a Communication Studies major within a maximum of 204 total units (campus “Plus 24” policy).
• Obtain verification from the Department Chair for the current major confirming notification that a change of major process is underway.
• Complete the 12 units of approved Communication Studies courses within two quarters of the date of application. Applicants must enroll for approved classes through the regular registration process. The department cannot place students in courses in order to facilitate a change of major application.
• Earn a grade point average of 3.20 or higher for the 12 units of approved Communication Studies coursework.

The above policy also applies to students wishing to add Communications Studies as a second major.

Students who enter into an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) with the department and are not accepted into the Communication Studies major within two quarters will not be eligible to reapply to the major. In this event, students are advised to consider pursuing a Communication Studies minor.

List of ICMA-eligible courses:

COMS 201      COMS 208      COMS 212      COMS 217      COMS 226      COMS 301

COMS 308      COMS 311      COMS 315      COMS 322      COMS 330      COMS 331

COMS 385      COMS 416      COMS 418      COMS 419      COMS 420      COMS 421

COMS 424      COMS 435

Department Contact:  T.C. Winebrenner, Department Chair, 805-756-2553 (main dept. office)     Back to Majors List

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As with all major programs in the College of Liberal Arts, the demand for the major in Comparative Ethnic Studies will be greater than the space available.

Criteria for internal transfer applicants:

• Must have completed at least two quarters at Cal Poly.
• Must submit the following materials as a set to the Ethnic Studies Department:
  1. A one-page statement explaining reasons for wishing to change to the Comparative Ethnic Studies major.
  2. A copy of the unofficial transcript printed by accessing your account at my.calpoly.edu.

• Apply for admission during the first four weeks of the quarter (fall, winter, or spring).
• Meet with the department contact to complete an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA). 

The following will be incorporated into the ICMA:

• Must not be on Academic Probation at the time of major change.
• Must have a cumulative higher education GPA of 2.5 or higher OR a higher education GPA of 2.5 or higher for the last two quarters.
• Must complete at least two (2) of the following Ethnic Studies courses: ES 112, ES 212, ES 241, ES 242, ES 243, ES 244, ES 320, ES 321, ES 322, and/or ES 323 with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
• The change of major will be approved once the student has successfully met all the requirements of the ICMA.

The above policy also applies to students wishing to add the Comparative Ethnic Studies major as a second major.

Students who enter into an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) with the department and are not accepted into the Comparative Ethnic Studies major within two quarters will not be eligible to reapply to the major. In this event, students are advised to consider pursuing an Ethnic Studies minor.

Department Contact: Don Ryujin, Department Chair,  or the Ethnic Studies Department (38-136) at 805-756-1707 (main dept. office)     Back to Majors List 

Graphic Communication

Student must have previously been enrolled at Cal Poly for one complete quarter. Student must be able to complete the new degree in either four years or within the unit maximum of 204 units.Student must first meet with a GrC department designee (Lorraine Donegan) to determine the likelihood of success. If it is determined the student is likely to be successful in GrC an Individual Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) will be developed. The following will be incorporated into the ICMA:

Minimum Application Requirements

• Must have previously been enrolled at Cal Poly for one complete quarter.
• Must have at least five (5) General Education courses remaining
• Must have at least two (2) registration priorities remaining
• Students with 90 or more units are not eligible to apply
• Must have completed either GrC 101 or GrC 377 with a "B" or better.

Step 1:

• Review the course descriptions and curriculum requirements for the Graphic Communication major.
• Complete at least one quarter at Cal Poly.

Step 2 – How to Apply for Change of Major into GrC:

• Before the end of the fourth week of the Fall, Winter or Spring quarter, meet with the department designee (Lorraine Donegan) to determine the likelihood of success in the major and in changing majors. Students may not initiate a major change during Summer quarter.
• If it is determined the student is likely to be successful in GrC an Individual Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) will be developed. The ICMA will serve as a contract and will be valid for one or two consecutive quarters.

Step 3 – Criteria for successful ICMA completion:

• Earn a grade point average of 3.0 or higher in Graphic Communication coursework.
• Achieve a Cal Poly GPA of 2.5 or higher for the two-quarter duration of the ICMA (enrolled full-time).
• Meet with the department designee during the first four weeks of each quarter of the ICMA to discuss registration and/or completion of the ICMA.
• Upon completion of the agreement the student must have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA.
• A student cannot be on Academic Probation at the completion of the agreement.
• The ICMA will be terminated if a student is academically disqualified prior to the completion of the agreement.

Additional Information:

• Students who enter into an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) with the department and are not accepted into the Graphic Communication major within two quarters will not be eligible to reapply to the major. In this event, students may wish to consider a Graphic Communication minor.
• Students considering an internal transfer are strongly encouraged to discuss their situation with their current advisor or department chair before pursuing an application.

Department Contact: Lorraine Donegan, Associate Professor, 805-756-1108 (main dept. office)  Back to Majors List

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Journalism

Academic Requirements

The student must have been at Cal Poly for a minimum of one quarter and must meet with the department contact in order to discuss the change of major. The student must provide a clear, concise, positive written statement of the reasons why the student is interested in pursuing a degree in Journalism, including an idea of career goals. A copy of the Cal Poly transcript and evaluation in previous major should also be attached.

Once it is determined that the student is interested and eligible to apply, the student will meet with the department chair to set up an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA). This ICMA will serve as a contract, and will be valid over the following two academic quarters.

Students must meet the following course requirements with the minimum grades and GPA shown by the end of this period in order to be accepted into the Journalism major:

• Credit for freshman composition, ENGL 134 or the equivalent, with a grade of B or better.
• Completion of JOUR 203 Writing for the Media with a grade of B or better.
• Completion of either JOUR 219 Mass Media in a Multicultural Society or JOUR 201 Journalism History with a grade of B or better. In the event the grade in the first choice is a C, a student may still qualify by taking the other course and earning a B or better.
• The higher education GPA and Cal Poly GPA must be 2.7 or better. The record must be free of incomplete grades and F's in specific courses required in the journalism program (see curriculum sheet).

Students MUST submit their transfer request immediately after they have completed the required transfer courses. No other journalism courses will be considered in the transfer request.

The above policy also applies to students wishing to add the Journalism major as a second major.

Students who enter into an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) with the department and are not accepted into the Journalism major within two quarters will not be eligible to reapply to the major.

Department Contact:  Bill Loving, Professor, 805-756-2508 (main dept. office)Back to Majors List

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Modern Languages & Literatures

The student must meet with the department chair in order to discuss a change of major and to set up an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA). This ICMA will serve as a contract, and will be valid over the following two academic quarters. Students must meet the following requirements by the end of this period in order to be accepted into the Modern Languages and Literatures (MLL) major:

Requirements:

1. Must be at least in the sophomore level by the time they enter the MLL Major (students may apply during their freshman year). PLEASE NOTE: MLL will not readily accept applications from senior-level students.
2. Must be in good academic standing in the quarter they plan to transfer.
3. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA overall. A minimum 2.75 GPA in courses in the primary language (Spanish at this time) is required. Students with a GPA that does not meet this requirement may still apply, but they must address in their application any extenuating circumstances that may exist that make a justifiable case for acceptance into the major.
4. Must have credit in at least SPAN 103 or its equivalent (e.g., credit by examination, substitute credit, credit from a community college, etc.), and they should have also taken at least one (1) Spanish course at Cal Poly.
5. Must have sequential credit in Spanish courses at the time of application. That is to say that course prerequisites cannot be taken after the fact.
6. Students who have not met these minimum requirements, but who have a demonstrated interest in the Major by having taken coursework in the secondary language may be given consideration.

To Apply:

1. Must submit a letter to the MLL Screening Committee with convincing rationale for entering the major, including professional and personal goals. Candidates must indicate their choice of secondary language (currently French or German). Students who are flexible in their choice of secondary language will be given preference.
2. Must submit along with the letter, a minimum of two (2) graded writing assignments, written in the primary or secondary language.
3. Students must also submit a year-to-year course plan demonstrating the following: for students entering as freshmen or upper division transfers starting in Fall 2010, students must be able to finish the requirements for the target major without exceeding 204 total units or a length of time enrolled at Cal Poly of four years plus one academic quarter. Students who entered Cal Poly prior to Fall 2010 will also need to demonstrate that they can complete the new target degree in a timely manner (preferably in no more than 204 total units or a length of time enrolled at Cal Poly of four years plus one academic quarter).
4. Candidates, if they so choose, may also include as optional material any creative work, written assignments, journals, and/or videos in either the primary or secondary language. Including optional material DOES NOT mean that the candidate will have a greater likelihood of being accepted into the major.
5. Applicants must submit all materials to the department office no later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday of the 5th week of Fall, Winter, or Spring quarters. The Department will not accept applications during the Summer term.

The above policy also applies to students wishing to add the Modern Languages and Literatures major as a second major.

Students who enter into an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) with the department and are not accepted into the MLL major within two quarters will not be eligible to reapply to the major. In this event, students are advised to consider pursuing a minor offered by the Modern Languages & Literatures Department (currently Spanish, French and/or German).

Department Contact:  John Thompson, Interim Department Chair, 805-756-1212

For questions, please contact the MLL Department (Building 47-Room 28), 805-756-1205 or 805-756-2269Back to Majors List

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Music

The following is the policy the Music Department has established regarding applications for CHANGE OF MAJORS into our program.

Eligibility Requirements:

• All applicants must have achieved a GPA in GE courses of at least 2.5 and a current GPA of at least 2.0. Failure to meet either of these academic minimums renders the applicant ineligible until there is verification that minimum academic standards have been achieved. No students on academic probation will be considered.

Contract Requirements:

• All applicants must meet with the department contact to set up an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA), and in addition, must submit the Supplementary Information sheet available in the department office.
• Submit academic transcripts to the department office. Grades for all college level course work will be reviewed, including work from the most recent quarter completed.
• Applicants must have completed at least two academic music classes at Cal Poly earning grades of "B" or better (for example, MU 101 and MU 120), and have completed at least two quarters at Cal Poly.

Audition Requirements:

• All applicants must perform and demonstrate musical and technical proficiency at an audition with the music faculty.
• Audition/interviews will be held on or around the 5th week of each quarter. Students should contact the department at the beginning of the quarter to schedule an audition time; all materials must be turned in prior to the audition.

After the Department has approved the petition and the terms of the ICMA have been met (including successfully passing the audition), applicants will be notified of the acceptance into the Music major.

The above policy also applies to students wishing to add the Music major as a second major.

Students who enter into an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) with the department and are not accepted into the Music major will not be eligible to reapply to the major. In this event, students are advised to consider pursuing a Music minor.

Department Contact:  Terry Spiller, Department Chair, 805-756-2406 (main dept. office)Back to Majors List

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Philosophy

To qualify for admission to the Philosophy Major, you must satisfy the qualification requirements of both the Philosophy Department and the College of Liberal Arts.

The student must meet with the department chair in order to discuss a change of major and to set up an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA). This ICMA will serve as a contract, and will be valid over the following two academic quarters. Students must meet the following course requirements with the minimum grades and GPA shown by the end of this period in order to be accepted into the Philosophy major:

• Overall GPA of at least 2.5
• GPA in all philosophy classes taken at Cal Poly or elsewhere of at least 2.5
• Completion of PHIL 230 and PHIL 231 with GPA of at least 2.5
• Completion of GE Area A.3 course with a grade of "C" or higher

The above policy also applies to students wishing to add the Philosophy major as a second major.

Students who enter into an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) with the department and are not accepted into the Philosophy major within two quarters will not be eligible to reapply to the major. In this event, students are advised to consider pursuing a Philosophy minor.

Department Contact:  Tal Scriven, Department Chair, 805-756-2041 (main dept. office)Back to Majors List

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Political Science

You must have completed at least two quarters at Cal Poly prior to making an appointment. To achieve a transfer into the Political Science major, you must have a personal interview with the Political Science Department Chair to complete an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA). The following will be incorporated into the ICMA:

• Must have a cumulative Cal Poly GPA of 3.0 or higher OR you must have 3.2 or higher in both of the last two consecutive quarters, with a minimum of 12 units each quarter.
• Must have completed at least two Political Science courses at Cal Poly with a 3.2 GPA or higher. POLS 112 may not be used as one of the two courses taken.
• Must have completed STAT 217 or STAT 221 with a grade of C- or better.
• Must not be on Academic Probation at the time the major change is completed.

The above policy also applies to students wishing to add the Political Science major as a second major.

Students who enter into an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) with the department and are not accepted into the Political Science major within two quarters will not be eligible to reapply to the major. In this event, students are advised to consider pursuing a minor offered by the Political Science Department.

Department Contact: Craig Arceneaux, Department Chair, 805-756-2984 (main dept. office)Back to Majors List

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Psychology & Child Development

You must complete three steps to be considered for internal transfer into our programs.

1. Satisfy a two-quarter "residency" requirement.
2. Apply for internal transfer during the first four weeks of the quarter.
3. Meet our admission criteria within a two-quarter timeline.

STEP 1: Complete at least two quarters at Cal Poly

• Applications are accepted only from students who have been at Cal Poly two quarters or longer.

STEP 2: Apply for Internal Transfer

• Before the end of the fourth week of the quarter, arrange a meeting with the department chair to discuss the change of major and to set up an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA). The ICMA will serve as a contract and will be valid for two consecutive quarters.

STEP 3: Meet Admission Criteria

• By the end of the second quarter specified in the contract, the student must have earned a GPA of at least 3.5 in a minimum of 12 graded units at Cal Poly in PSY courses (for PSY majors) or CD and required PSY courses (for CD majors).
• No course grade during the two-quarter ICMA period may fall below a C–.
• All applicants who meet the above admission criteria will be offered transfer into the Psychology & Child Development Department.

Additional Information

• Per campus policy, once a student is denied internal transfer, s/he may not reapply for internal transfer to the Psychology & Child Development Department.
• Campus policy stipulates that a student's current major/college may not place a hold on his/her registration while an ICMA is in effect.
• Threat of academic disqualification cannot be considered in decisions.
• Official approval of PSY/CD electives cannot be given until transfer is granted. PSY 323, internships, and senior project are limited to PSY/CD majors.

The above policy also applies to students wishing to add the Psychology major or the Child Development major as a second major.

Students who enter into an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) with the department and are not accepted into the Psychology or Child Development major within two quarters will not be eligible to reapply to that major. In this event, students are advised to consider pursuing a minor offered by the Psychology and Child Development Department.

Contact for Further Assistance — Students considering an internal transfer are strongly encouraged to discuss their situation with an advisor or the department chair before pursuing an application.

• Bonnie McKim, College of Liberal Arts advisor, 805-756-2808
• Gary Laver, Department Chair, 805-756-2033 (main dept. office)Back to Majors List

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Sociology (see Anthropology-Geography)

Department Contact:  Terry Jones, Department Chair, 805-756-2260 (main dept. office)Back to Majors List

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Theatre Arts

Step #1: Requesting a Change of Major

• Meet with your current department advisor to review major options and talk about career paths. Consider, also, consulting with Career Services, other advisors, and faculty and/or department heads/chairs in both your current major and Theatre;
• Meet with the Theatre Program Chair/Associate Chair to determine the likelihood of success in the Theatre major; what is your commitment to the discipline as well as your career aspirations? How do you see yourself being a successful member of the Theatre program?
• Review the curriculum requirements for the Theatre major;
• Enlist a faculty "sponsor" who will help guide students in the change of major process;
• Write a two (2)-page essay describing why you wish to change into Theatre Arts at Cal Poly and your projected professional goals as related to a theatre education. Student essays will be submitted to faculty sponsor and then presented to the faculty. The essay itself will be evaluated by the quality of written expression - including clarity, organization, precision of thought, grammar, punctuation, spelling and syntax as well as evidence of your commitment to the discipline and your potential for success in both major and post-graduation activities.
• After consideration from the full faculty, if the Theatre major is not a good fit for the student, the student will be advised to look at other options;
• If the student receives a positive assessment, then an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) (see below) will be developed.

Step #2: Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) Criteria

• Minimum Time - Students must complete at least one (1) quarter at Cal Poly before requesting a change of major;
• Theatre classes - Students must take/have taken TH210 and two (2) additional Cal Poly Theatre Program academic or production courses;
• Minimum Theatre grades - Students must earn/have earned an average grade of B or higher in TH210 and the additional Theatre Program academic or production courses;
• Good Academic Standing - Students must have a cumulative Cal Poly GPA of at least 2.2 and be in good academic standing;
• Graduate on-time - Students must be able to demonstrate, in writing, the ability to complete degree requirements within the minimum progress standards (204 units or four years plus one academic quarter);

Step #3: Complete Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA)

• The change of major will be complete once a student has successfully met all of the criteria (see above) of the Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA)

General Guidelines/Information

• One Chance to be accepted - Students who enter into an Individualized Change of Major Agreement (ICMA) and do not complete the ICMA requirements will not be eligible to request the Theatre major again later in their career at Cal Poly. In this event, students are advised to consider pursuing a Theatre minor.
• Completion of Change of Major - The change of major will be approved once the student has successfully met all of the requirements of the ICMA.
• Timeframe - The ICMA must be completed in no more than two quarters.
• Void - the ICMA will be terminated if a student is academically disqualified prior to the completion of the agreement.

The above policy also applies to students wishing to add the Theatre Arts major as a second major.

Department Contact:  Josh Machamer, Associate Department Chair, 805-756-1465 (main dept. office) Back to Majors List

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