Effective Fall 2000 for all new freshman and effective Fall 2002 for all new transfer students, a new policy was implemented requiring all new freshmen students entering that semester, and any semester after that, to have their major signed by the time they earn 56 credit hours. If you are pursuing an elementary education degree with the three minor option, you must have your minors signed in lieu of the major.

The consequence of not having your major signed by the time you earn 56 credit hours will result in a hold being placed on your registration for the upcoming registration period.

To sign your major or minors, you need to contact the department offering the major/minors you wish to pursue. You will find their phone numbers and addresses in the CMU Directory or class schedule book. The department will give you instructions on how to meet with a departmental advisor to sign your major or minors.

If you are still undecided about what you want to choose as a major or minors, please talk with your academic advisor in your residence hall or in the Student Service Court. The Career Services Office is another great resource in helping you choose the right career path. Both of these offices can offer assistance in helping you make a decision that will best meet your career goals.
If you have further questions regarding this policy, please email Vicki Steele, Coordinator of Registrar's Services.