Change of Major

There are times when a student's aptitude and interests may be better served by a change of major. A student who is considering a change from one program to another must meet with a member of the Counseling Services staff to explore the possibilities and implications of such a change, and complete a Change of Major form. Students should consider carefully before changing major, and are discouraged from changing more than once per year.

Students who change major within the College will have their transcript(s) reevaluated for possible transfer credit. In cases where prior courses completed or attempted at VGCC are applicable to the new major, they will be automatically applied to the new major, and the grades earned will be used in calculating the student´s quality point average (QPA or GPA). Previously completed courses at VGCC that are not applicable to the new major will remain on the student's transcript, but will not influence the student´s quality point average or be evaluated in other graduation honors or awards. (The grades of such classes will be marked by an asterisk on the transcript.) Previously granted transfer credit from other colleges or universities may be revised as a result of a change of major.

Veterans should consult with the Veterans' Officer before making a change; the Veteran Administration will not pay for some types of training.