Forms & Requests

Currently Enrolled Engineering Students

Currently enrolled engineering students who wish to change to another engineering major within the A. James Clark School of Engineering must complete the following two steps.

If you are a newly admitted student, please refer to the "Newly Admitted Students" section below.

1. Visit the TerpEngage Major Change Request Portal and complete the form that corresponds to your student status.

   Important: Major change requests are not complete after this step and will not be processed until all required tasks have been completed in TerpEngage.

2. After submitting the TerpEngage Major Change Request, you must also complete the Wufoo Major Change Request Form. The link to the Wufoo form will become available after you submit your TerpEngage Major Change Request.

After submitting your request, your TerpEngage task list will include the required next steps shown below.

After selecting Submit Change of Major Form, students will be directed to the Change of Major task list shown below.

Be sure to complete the appropriate form according to your status and mark the task as complete once finished.

Important: Engineering Academic Services (EAS) will review change of major requests only after the Change of Major form has been completed.

Students will be notified of the decision by email within 10 business days of completing the Change of Major form.

If you plan to change to a major outside the A. James Clark School of Engineering, contact the appropriate college or department for assistance.

If you are currently pursuing a double degree or double major, in addition to submitting the request in TerpEngage, you must also complete the required double degree or double major paperwork for your new major.

Newly Admitted Students

Wanting to Change Major Within Engineering During Orientation 

Newly admitted students who wish to change their major within Engineering during orientation must complete the Fall 2026 Major Change Request for Newly Admitted Students Google form.

Wanting to Change Major Outside of Engineering During Orientation 

Newly admitted students who wish to change their major outside of Engineering during orientation must contact the University Admissions Office.

• Phone: 301-314-8385

Please contact the University Admission Office directly for assistance with changing your intended major during the orientation process.

Currently Enrolled Engineering Students

Currently enrolled engineering students who wish to change to a non-competitive engineering major within the A. James Clark School of Engineering must complete the following two steps.

If you are a newly admitted student, please refer to the "Newly Admitted Students" section below.

1. Visit the TerpEngage Major Change Request Portal and complete the form that corresponds to your student status.

   Important: Major change requests are not complete after this step and will not be processed until all required tasks have been completed in TerpEngage.

2. After submitting the TerpEngage Major Change Request, you must also complete the Wufoo Major Change Request Form. The link to the Wufoo form will become available after you submit your TerpEngage Major Change Request.

After submitting your request, your TerpEngage task list will include the required next steps shown below.

After selecting Submit Change of Major Form, students will be directed to the Change of Major task list shown below.

Be sure to complete the appropriate form according to your status and mark the task as complete once finished.

Important: Engineering Academic Services (EAS) will review change of major requests only after the Change of Major form has been completed.

Students will be notified of the decision by email within 10 business days of completing the Change of Major form.

If you plan to change to a major outside the A. James Clark School of Engineering, contact the appropriate college or department for assistance.

If you are currently pursuing a double degree or double major, in addition to submitting the request in TerpEngage, you must also complete the required double degree or double major paperwork for your new major.

Newly Admitted Students

Wanting to Change Major Within Engineering During Orientation 

Newly admitted students who wish to change their major to a non-competitive engineering major during orientation must complete the Fall 2026 Major Change Request for Newly Admitted Students Google form.

Please note: Students interested in Aerosapce Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering may not change their major during orientation. To declare one of our high-demand majors, students must submit an internal LEP application. 

Wanting to Change Major Outside of Engineering During Orientation 

Newly admitted students who wish to change their major outside of Engineering during orientation must contact the University Admissions Office.

• Phone: 301-314-8385

Please contact the University Admission Office directly for assistance with changing your intended major during the orientation process.

Request a Double Major or Double Degree

Current engineering majors who want to add a double major or double degree should complete the request through the TerpEngage Portal.

Before You Begin

Meet with your engineering major advisor to discuss your academic plan and confirm that a double major or double degree is appropriate for your academic goals.

Start Your Request

1. Access the TerpEngage Portal.

2. Select “Add Additional Major.”

3. Choose “Add Major” or “Add Degree.”

Step 1: Review and Acknowledge the Requirements

Double Major

• You will earn one diploma.

• You must complete a minimum of 120 credits.

Double Degree

• You will earn two diplomas.

• You must complete a minimum of 150 credits, including at least 18 unique credits for each degree.

Students pursuing a double major or double degree are expected to meet with the academic advisor for each major every semester to monitor progress toward completing all degree requirements.

Step 2: Upload Proof of Advising

Upload documentation showing that you have met with or communicated with your engineering academic department or advisor.

Acceptable documentation may include:

• A screenshot of a TerpEngage note

• A copy of an email

Important Information for CMNS Students

Engineering students often pursue a double major or double degree with a major in the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences (CMNS).

Adding Engineering as a Double Major or Double Degree

If CMNS is your primary major and you want to add an Engineering major as either your primary or secondary major, you do not need to complete the CMNS Double Major/Double Degree Form.

Instead, complete the TerpEngage process described above to add an Engineering major.

Adding a CMNS Major as a Double Major or Double Degree

If Engineering is your primary major and you want to add a CMNS major as a double major or double degree, you must complete the CMNS Double Major/Double Degree Form below:

• CMNS Double Major and Double Degree Form

Instructions:  CMNS Double Major/Double Degree Form

Review the instructions for your intended CMNS major below to determine the required steps.

Computer Science

Important: Computer Science is a Limited Enrollment Program (LEP). You must be admitted to the Computer Science major before submitting paperwork for a double major or double degree.

Complete the following steps:

1. Obtain your Engineering advisor's signature
2. Upload the form to the CMNS ELMS page
3. CMNS will send the form to Engineering Academic Services (EAS) for the Engineering College signature
4. EAS will return the form to CMNS for final approval and signature

Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy, Atmospheric and Oceanic Science, and Geology

Complete the following steps:

1. Obtain signatures from both your Engineering advisor and CMNS advisor
2. Email the form to engrhelp@umd.edu to obtain the Engineering College signature
3. Upload the form to TerpEngage for final approval and signature from CMNS

All Other CMNS Majors

Complete the following steps:

1. Obtain signatures from both your Engineering advisor and CMNS advisor
2. Email the form to engrhelp@umd.edu to obtain the Engineering College signature
3. EAS will return the form to CMNS for final approval and signature 

Exception to Policy forms have moved to a new location.

Visit the Exception to Policy Forms page to:

• review the submission checklist,
• access frequently asked questions (FAQs), and
• select the appropriate Exception to Policy form.

Link to the Exception t Policy Forms page

Applying for Graduation

Students must submit the Graduation Application form no later than the last day of schedule adjustment for the semester in which they plan to graduate.

Request to Participate in the Engineering Commencement Ceremony (Undergraduate Students)

Students who wish to participate in the Spring Commencement Ceremony should review the University’s commencement participation policy to confirm eligibility.

To participate in the Spring Commencement Ceremony, students must be registered for all remaining degree requirements during the following summer term.

To request permission to participate in the Spring Commencement Ceremony:

1. Complete the Commencement Early Participation Request form under the “Attend Commencement” tab.
2. Select the ceremony you plan to attend:
   • Main Commencement only,
   • College/Department Commencement only, or
   • Both ceremonies.
3. Students will receive an email notification after their request has been reviewed.

Important Notes

• Complete the graduation application on TESTUDO for the semester in which all degree requirements will be completed.
• Submit the Commencement Early Participation Request form well in advance of the ceremony to allow processing time.
• Participation in the Engineering commencement ceremony does not guarantee graduation from the University.
• Students approved to participate in the spring commencement ceremony are not considered spring graduates unless all degree requirements are completed during the spring term.
• Students officially graduate in the semester in which all degree requirements are completed.

For additional information about graduation and commencement, visit the Engineering Graduation, Commencement and Main Commencement webpages.

Graduation Confirmation Letter Request

The Graduation Confirmation Letter Request is available only after:

• successful completion of all remaining coursework, and
• fulfillment of all University degree requirements.

This request is available for undergraduate students only.

Graduate students should contact their academic department for assistance.

International Students

The University does not issue invitation letters for guests traveling to the United States to attend commencement ceremonies. Invitation letters are not required by U.S. embassies for issuance of a B-2 tourist visa.

Graduating students may provide their relatives with:

• a copy of their I-20 or DS-2019 form,
• an Enrollment Verification Certificate, and
• a copy of their passport.

The B-2 visa category is intended for tourism-related activities, including:

• sightseeing,
• visiting family or friends, and
• medical treatment.

No invitation letter is required when traveling to the United States for tourism or family visits.

Permission to Enroll (PTE)

All current University of Maryland students in the A. James Clark School of Engineering who wish to take a course at another institution must submit a Permission to Enroll (PTE) form and receive approval from the Clark School before registering.

Eligibility Requirements

To submit a PTE form, students must:

• Have a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Have completed all UMD and host institution prerequisites
• Not be in a credit overload:
  • Maximum 18 credits (Fall/Spring)
  • Maximum 8 credits (each Summer session)
  • Maximum 4 credits (Winter)

Not Eligible to Take Courses Elsewhere If:

Students are not eligible if:

• They are repeating a course (must be taken at UMD unless the grade is a “W”)
• Their GPA is below 2.0
• They are within their final 30 UMD credits (unless approved via Exception to Policy form)
• They are transfer students who have already transferred:
  • More than 60 credits from a 2-year school (pre–Fall 2022)
  • More than 70 credits from a 2-year school (Fall 2022 and later)
  • More than 90 credits from a 4-year school

Submission Timeline

Submit during the appropriate window:

• Mid-March (Summer/Fall)
• Mid-October (Winter/Spring)

How to Submit the PTE Form

• Check the schedule of classes for the course at the other institution
• Review the Student Electronic Permission to Enroll Form Student User Guide (PDF)
• Review the Transfer Credit Database Page
• Watch the Instructional PTE Video Guide
• Complete the Engineering School Permission to Enroll Checklist and submit the embedded PTE Google Form within it.
• Include exact course prefix and number (e.g., MATH 274 – Towson University)

Course Evaluation

If your course is not listed in the Transfer Credit Database, follow the Transfer Course Evaluation Process.

Processing & Notification

• Processing time: 3–10 business days during peak periods
• You will receive an email from workflow@umd.edu when your request is reviewed
• Check the “Note” section in the email for your decision

After Completing the Course

• Request that your official transcript be sent to the UMD Office of the Registrar.
• Verify that your credits have posted in Testudo (Unofficial Transcript).
• If the credits have not posted, confirm with the other institution that the official transcript was sent to UMD.

Special Cases

First-Semester Students (Winter PTE)

Upload current UMD course grades from Canvas.

Dual Enrollment

Submit an Exception to Policy form with justification for dual enrollment.

CLEP Exams

Refer to the CLEP Exam instructions page for details.

All graduate course requests, regardless of type, will only be reviewed if they are received by the end of the schedule adjustment period. Requests submitted after the schedule adjustment period has ended will not be considered.

Combined Bachelor’s/Master’s (BS/MS) Program

With departmental approval and completion of program requirements, an undergraduate degree-seeking student may request admission to the combined Bachelor’s/Master’s (BS/MS) program.

In this program, graduate-level courses initially taken for undergraduate credit may also be applied toward graduate degree requirements at the University of Maryland.

Combined Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree Request (Online Form)

Undergraduate students may use this form to apply for the BS/MS program.

Graduate Credit Permission

Undergraduate students with approval may request to take a course for graduate credit only.

Graduate Credit Permission Form (PDF)

Steps to complete the form:

• Top section completed by student
• Department certification signed by student’s major department
• College certification approved by the School of Engineering .
• Completed form can be emailed to Engrhelp@umd.edu

Permission to Take a Graduate Course for Undergraduate Credit 

Permission to Take a Graduate Course for Undergrad Credit (Online Form)

Use this form if you wish to take a graduate-level course for undergraduate credit.