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How do I find out more about a department or program?

Each department and academic program in Columbia College has a Director of Undergraduate Studies, a faculty member who can answer your questions about program requirements, guide your choices about placement level, discuss opportunities to study abroad, and assist you in planning your program. A complete list of names and contact information is here.

Departments:

Berick Center for Student Advising

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How do I change programs of study?

Columbia College and Columbia Engineering: To change your programs of study after the initial declaration period, please contact your advising dean.

Columbia Engineering students who wish to switch majors must also obtain written permission from an adviser in their new academic department.

Some programs of study in Columbia College also require departmental approval.

Columbia College Major Change/Declaration Form

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Berick Center for Student Advising

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How do I declare a major?

Columbia College and Columbia Engineering students declare their majors online during the major declaration period in their sophomore year. Engineering students declare in October; CC students declare in March. You will receive an email with a link to access the declaration portal at the start of the declaration period.

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Berick Center for Student Advising

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