If you plan to pursue a minor, you should declare the minor with the Registrar’s Office. By declaring the minor, you will be able to receive regular updates from your advisor about events, courses that can be applied to the minor, and any changes in requirements or policies. Declaring early will help you avoid any problems that may arise prior to graduation.
How to Declare a Minor
- Choose a minor from the list of Schar School minors or from among the minor offerings across Mason.
- Complete the Undergraduate Declaration of Minor form. You can find the form on the Registrar’s Forms page (select “Minor Declaration”).
- Ask your advisor to review and collect the appropriate signatures.
- Your advisor will submit the form to the Registrar’s office.
Policies that Apply to All Minors
- The minor must be listed in the same catalog as your major. If the minor isn’t in the catalog of your major, consult with your advisor about changing catalog year.
- Most minors require 15-18 credits, although a few require 21.
- At least 8 credits of the minor must be applied solely to the minor and may not be used to fulfill a major, concentration, certificate, or other minor.
- At least 6 credits of the minor must be completed at Mason.
- Minimum 2.00 GPA required in all coursework applied to the minor.
Questions?
Contact the Schar School undergraduate advising team at ScharUAA@gmu.edu.
College Resources for Minors
Registrar Forms Page (select Minor Declaration Form)
University Requirements for all Minors