Declaring a Major

Choosing a major

Any student pursuing any degree or certificate program at TCC needs to declare a major.

Degree options at TCC include Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science or a Certificate of Mastery.  Associate of Art and Associate of Science degrees are designed for people who want to continue on to bachelors level work at a 4-year university. Associate of Applied Science degrees and Certificates of Mastery are workforce development degrees. This means the programs are designed for students who intend to enter the workforce directly after graduation, as opposed to transferring on to a university for a higher-level degree. You can find a complete list of degree options available at TCC on page 69 of the 2011-2012 college catalog, or by visiting /programs-and-courses/programs

The Career Services staff works with students who want to learn more about career options related to their major. The career services website can be found at /careerservices

How do I declare or change my major?

Visit an Academic Advisement or Enrollment Services office at any campus. After meeting with an advisor, the student should follow the degree plan for the new major as advised.

I have declared my major, now what?

Follow the curriculum plan listed in the catalog for that major. If a student does not attend TCC for any length of time, he/she should consult an advisor about potential changes to the degree plan.

Work closely with an academic advisor each semester to make certain you are enrolled in the correct courses for your degree program, especially if you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university.  Students are encouraged to begin a dialogue with their intended transfer schools as early as possible. Early coordination between TCC academic advisors and advisors from selected four-year institutions can streamline the transfer process.  It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that he/she understands the program/admission/transfer requirements for the transfer school.