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KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY
Policies and Regulations
REGULATION TITLE: Multiple Majors and Degrees
APPLIES TO:
Students
ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY:
Office of the Provost and Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs
Division of Academic & Student Affairs
APPROVED BY:
Kentucky State University Board of Regents
EFFECTIVE DATE:
August 8, 2025
NEXT REVIEW DATE:
August 8, 2028
REGULATION STATEMENT:
This regulation implements the Multiple Majors and Degrees Policy by providing the specific academic requirements and procedures for students pursuing more than one major, a minor, or concurrent degrees.
DEFINITIONS:
Concurrent Degrees
The simultaneous pursuit of two (2) distinct academic degrees at the same level (e.g., two baccalaureate degrees) within a given matriculation period.
Double Major
The completion of all academic requirements for two distinct majors, typically leading to a single degree.
Major
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A primary field of specialized academic study.
Minor
A secondary field of academic study that is less extensive than a major.
Multiple Majors
The completion of all academic requirements for two or more distinct majors.
Semester Credit Hours
The unit of measurement for academic credit.
PROCESS:
Double or Multiple Majors
Declaration: A student may elect to complete the requirements for more than one major. The student must formally declare each major with the Office of the Registrar.
Requirements: To be recognized as having earned a double or multiple majors, a student must complete all academic requirements for each declared major and complete a minimum of 120 total semester credit hours for a baccalaureate degree or all requirements for an associate degree.
Course Overlap: Courses successfully completed to satisfy a requirement for one major may also be used to satisfy a requirement for another major, unless otherwise prohibited by a specific academic program.
Degree Award: A student completing multiple majors receives a single degree. The student's transcript and diploma will list the first major and include a notation of any subsequent majors completed.
Concurrent Degrees
Requirements: To earn two distinct baccalaureate degrees concurrently (e.g., a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science), a student must complete a minimum of 30 additional and unique semester credit hours beyond the 120 hours required for the first degree, for a minimum total of 150 semester credit hours. The student must fulfill all academic requirements for both degree programs.
Degree Award: Upon successful completion of all requirements, the student will be awarded two separate degrees and will receive two separate diplomas.
Minors
A baccalaureate degree may be awarded with one or more minors, provided the student meets all requirements for the primary major(s) and all declared minor(s).
REFERENCES AND RELATED MATERIALS:
Multiple Majors and Degrees Policy
Declaration of Major/Minor Form
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CONTACTS:
| Subject | Office | Telephone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Questions | Office of the Provost | (502) 597-6946 | Michael.Dailey@kysu.edu |
| Policy Questions | Office of the Registrar | (502) 597-6234 | Yolanda.Benson@kysu.edu |
HISTORY:
| Revision Type | Date of Issuance/Revision | Drafter(s)/Editor(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Issued (New Regulation) | June 2025 | Zach Atwell |