At Chapman, you can request to change or add a minor as a secondary area of study alongside your major.
Minors are a great way to explore a subject separate from your major and expand your skillset. They can also fulfill your Exploration Focus (one of your General Education Requirements).
All minors, except for Dodge College minors and the University Honors Program, can be requested via the form in your StudentCenter. To apply to a Dodge College minor, log in to the Dodge College Portal with your Chapman credentials.
For all other minors, follow the steps below.
Steps to change or add a minor
Step 1: Meet with your advisor
Minors are smaller programs than majors, and won’t have as big an impact on the time it takes to complete your degree.
However, it’s still a good idea to talk to your advisor before adding a minor. They can help:
- Decide if the minor is a good fit for you.
- Plan how you will complete the classes in your minor.
- Introduce you to the advisor for the minor if the subject falls under a different school/college from your major.
- And more.
You can look up your advisor by your current major on our Find Your Advisor page.
Step 2: Fill out the form for changing or adding a minor
Once you have spoken with your advisor, you are ready to submit your request to change or add your minor. You will make that request through an eForm in your StudentCenter.
You can request to change or add your minor by following the steps below.
After submitting, keep an eye on your Chapman inbox. You will receive an email letting you know whether your request was approved or denied.
