Currently registered engineering students wishing to change to another engineering major within the A. James Clark School of Engineering must complete two steps, which are explained in detail below.
1. Visit this link to the TerpEngage Portal, https://go.umd.edu/majorchange and select the link. Be sure to complete the appropriate form according to your status. *Major change requests are not complete and will not be processed directly after this step.*
2. Once the TerpEngage Major Change Request is completed, students will receive an email with a task list of required next steps. All tasks, including a Change of Major form, must be completed and checked off in TerpEngage for the Change of Major request to be processed.
The Change of Major task list should look like this:
When students select “Submit Change of Major Form,” they should be directed to this screen:
Be sure to complete the appropriate form according to your status and mark the task complete once finished.*Only after the Change of Major form has been completed will EAS review change of major requests.*
Students will be notified regarding the decision via email within ten business days of completing the Change of Major form.
If you plan to change out of the Engineering School, contact the new corresponding college/department for assistance.
If you are currently pursuing a double degree or double major, in addition to submitting the request in TerpEngage, you will also need to fill out the double degree/double major paperwork for your new major.
Information about Double Major/Double Degree
Current engineering majors who wish to add a double major or double degree should begin the process through the TerpEngage Portal.
- Visit the TerpEngage Portal: “Additional Major Request Form”https://go.umd.edu/majorchange
- After opening the portal, select “Additional Major” from the drop-down menu. Students will then be guided to the Double Major/Double Degree form that must be completed.
Before pursuing a double major or double degree, students are strongly encouraged to contact the advisor in their primary major to discuss their academic plan.
Review the Engineering Double Major/Double Degree Form before submitting your request. Be sure to read the second page carefully, as it explains:
- the difference between a double major and a double degree,
- eligibility guidelines,
- required signatures, and
- printing instructions.
Forms
Important Information for CMNS Students
If you are a CMNS major adding Engineering as either your primary or secondary major, you do not need to complete the CMNS Double Major/Double Degree Form. Only the Engineering Double Major/Double Degree Form is required.
If Engineering is your primary major, Engineering Academic Services (EAS) will provide the final signature required for the form. The only exception is for students completing double majors or double degrees within the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences (CMNS).
Please review the detailed CMNS instructions below.
Steps to add a CMNS Secondary Major/Degree
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Computer Science
Computer Science is a Limited Enrollment Program (LEP), and students must be admitted to the Computer Science major before submitting any double major or double degree paperwork
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Math, Physics, Astronomy, Atmosheric & Oceanic Science, Geology
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All other CMNS Majors
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Receive Engineering Advisor signature on both forms (ENGR & CMNS) |
Receive both Engineering and CMNS Advisor signatures on both forms (ENGR & CMNS) |
Receive both Engineering and CMNS Advisor signatures on both forms (ENGR & CMNS) |
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Upload both forms to CMNS ELMS page to get CMNS Advisor signature |
Send both forms to engrhelp@umd.edu for Clark School College/Deans signature |
Option 1: Receive Clark School College/Deans signature first if adding CMNS major
Option 2: Receive CMNS College/Deans signature first if adding ENGR major
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CMNS will send both forms to EAS for Clark School College/Deans signature |
Upload both forms to TerpEngage for CMNS College/Deans signature and final sign off |
Receive final College/Deans signature based on which College/Deans signature was received in step 2 |
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Clark School will send forms to CMNS for College/Deans signature and final sign off |
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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.
https://eng.umd.edu/services/exception
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:
- Complete the Commencement Early Participation Request form under the “Attend Commencement” tab.
- Select the ceremony you plan to attend:
- Main Commencement only,
- College/Department Commencement only, or
- Both ceremonies.
- 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:
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.
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 for that course at the other institution.
Eligibility Requirements
To submit a Permission to Enroll (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:
- Max 18 credits (Fall/Spring)
- Max 8 credits (each Summer session)
- Max 4 credits (Winter)
Not Eligible to Take Courses Elsewhere If:
- You're trying to repeat a course (must be done at UMD unless it's a “W”)
- Your GPA is under 2.0
- You're within your final 30 UMD credits (unless approved via Exception to Policy Form)
- You're a transfer student who has already transferred:
- >60 credits from a 2-year school (pre-Fall 2022)
- >70 credits from a 2-year school (Fall 2022 and later)
- >90 credits from a 4-year school
Submit during the correct time frame:
- Mid-March (for Summer/Fall)
- Mid-October (for Winter/Spring)
How to Submit the PTE Form
- Check the schedule of classes for the course you plan to take at another institution
- Review the Student User Guide (PDF)
- Look over the Transfer Credit Database
- Watch the Instructional PTE Video Guide
- Complete the Google form Engineering School Permission to Enroll at Another Institution Checklist and Form.
- Submit the Permission to Enroll at Another Institution form that is embedded within the Checklist.
- Include the exact course prefix & number (e.g. MATH274-Towson University)
Course Evaluation Process
Processing & Notifications
- Processing time: 3–10 business days during peak times.
- You’ll receive an email from workflow@umd.edu once your form is reviewed.
- Click the link in the email and look under "Note" to check the outcome of your request.
After Completing the Course
- Have the host institution send your official transcript to UMD's Office of the Registrar.
- Check Testudo (unofficial transcript) to confirm the credits posted correctly.
Special Cases
- First Semester Students (Winter PTE)
- Must upload your current UMD course grades from CANVAS as part of the PTE documentation.
- Dual Enrollment
- CLEP Exams - This link has detail information on how to complete the PTE for a CLEP Exam.
With the approval of the Department and completion of program requirements, an undergraduate degree-seeking student can request to join the combined bachelor's/master's (BS/MS) program. In the BS/MS program, graduate level courses initially taken for undergraduate credit may also be applied towards the graduate credit requirements for a master's degree program at the University of Maryland. Return form to 1131 Martin Hall.
An undergraduate degree-seeking student with approval can apply to take a course for graduate credit only.
Steps to follow when completing form:
- Top part to be completed by student.
- Department Certification- to be signed by student's major Department.
- College Certification- to be approved by the School of Engineering (1131S GLMH.)
- Graduate School Review- to the Graduate School for approval (2133 Lee Bldg.)
Complete this form if you wish to take a graduate level course and have it count for undergraduate credit.
Steps to follow when completing form:
- Top part to be completed by students.
- Departmental Academic Advisor should sign to give permission and denote what the course will count for in the degree.
- Professor of Grad-level course should sign to give permission to 1131S GLMH Engineering Academic Services.
Major Change for Newly Admitted Students
Newly admitted students who wish to change their major outside of Engineering during orientation must contact the University Admissions Office.
Please contact the University Admission Office directly for assistance with changing your intended major during the orientation process.