Second Degree and Minimum Residency Requirements

The University will permit students to acquire a second undergraduate degree, provided that they:

• Pursue a different degree program;  
• Meet all University admissions and departmental requirements;
• Complete a minimum of 25% of the new degree requirements beyond the requirements of the first degree; and
• Meet all degree requirements for the second degree.

Credits earned during the first degree may be applied, if deemed transferable to the second degree. A minimum of 150 credit hours is required for students earning two baccalaureate degrees.

Prior to undertaking the second degree, an academic official will conduct an evaluation of all previous university-level coursework the student has completed. Those who meet the admissions standards of the University will be admitted; however, this does not guarantee admission into specific degree programs where requirements may differ. The University, as a general rule, will not permit a student to pursue more than two associate and/or baccalaureate degrees. 

Students wishing to earn a second major or concentration, rather than a second degree, should refer to the Dual Major or Concentration policy.