On some occasions, a student's interests may fall in the intersection of two or more formally organized major programs, in which case a student may propose a special major that brings the related course work together. Students who propose a special major should be prepared to undertake honors-level work as all special majors must complete a capstone project of 3 to 6 units during their senior year.

Students interested in creating a special major or minor must confer with the dean charged with coordinating this program. Email college@wustl.edu or call 314-935-6800 to get in contact with the appropriate dean.

After consultation, students must submit a formal proposal to the appropriate dean. The proposal must include the following:

1. A description of the program of study, including an explanation of the program's integrating idea
2. A list of courses to be taken
3. A letter of support from the proposed academic advisor
4. A letter of support from a faculty member in a second, related department who has approved the proposal

A proposal for a special major must be submitted no later than the fifth semester of undergraduate enrollment. A proposal for a special minor must be submitted no later than the sixth semester of undergraduate enrollment.

The Special Major and Minor Committee is responsible for final action on these proposals.

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