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CHOOSING/PREPARING FOR YOUR MAJOR/CAREER FAQs

Where can I find out what classes to take for my transfer major?

Do I need to declare a major before I transfer?

What is an impacted major?


Where can I find out what classes to take for my major?

Preparation for a transfer major is an important step. Information as to which classes are required for a specific major can be obtained from articulation agreements which are available online at www.assist.org, in the Transfer/Career Counseling Center and in the Counseling Department.

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Do I need to declare a major before I transfer?

Not all colleges require you to declare a major prior to transfer; however, many do including Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. It will be to your advantage to decide on and declare a major as early in your college career as possible. For a specific CSU or UC campus, refer to www.csumentor.edu or www.ucop.edu/pathways. For other colleges, check the college catalog or view the admissions office website for information.

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What is an impacted major?

An impacted major has more applicants than the campus can accommodate. Admission to an impacted major may be competitive.

If you are applying to a major that is impacted, the GPA for admission may be higher and you may have to complete lower division courses for the major prior to transfer.

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