You have made it through your first year and learned a good deal about Penn and yourself. Now as you enter your second year, some special tasks lie before you. This is the year in which you will declare your major, and probably the one in which you will decide whether or not to study abroad. You may also be thinking about career exploration and possible internships for next summer.
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Students should:
- Meet with their pre-major advisor to discuss progress toward finding and declaring a major and meeting the degree requirements during Advance Registration in October and November. This meeting is also an opportunity to explore options such as minors, research and study abroad. Until meeting with their advisor, Sophomores will be on registration hold which keeps them from being able to participate in Advance Registration.
- Become completely familiar with the rules and requirements for their potential major. These are available on the department websites.
- Investigate study abroad, research and other academic options.
- Apply to become a peer advisor and help the next incoming class.
Students should:
- Check in with their pre-major advisor.
- Go directly to the intended major department or program office to declare. Processes for declaration may vary - Check the department and program websites for more information.
- Investigate study abroad, research and other academic options.
- Check with Career Services and the Center for Undergraduate Research and Fellowships for information about internships.
Find the major that's right for you.
Investigate the programs and resources available to help you find and declare your major