Change of Major Form

Important Information:

If you have not been enrolled in classes in more than three semesters you MUST complete a returning student application.
Changing your major can affect your Admissions Status.
Changing your major can affect your Financial Aid.
Program cannot be changed once the term begins.
Please allow up to 2 business days for processing.
Check your Banner Web for program change update.

Date:

Date

Effective Semester

Full Student Name:

First NameLast Name

Student ID Number:

Date of Birth:

Date

Phone Number:

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Address:

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

WGTC Email:

example@student.westgatech.edu

Desired Effective Term:

Current Program:

New Program of Interest:

Level of completion:

Campus:

Reason for Change of major:

By checking the boxes below, you agree to the following: (To Submit this form, you MUST agree to all)

This form cannot be used in place of an application for admission. In the event that you need to apply or re-apply, you will be notified via email that your program change form will not be processed and you must submit an application for admission.

If you are currently a non-degree seeking or transient student, or you want to change to non-degree seeking or transient status, you would list those as your program (additional paperwork may be required to submit by posted document deadline).

Students are encouraged to speak with an Advising Coach prior submitting a Program Change Request. Questions may be directed to advising@westgatech.edu or (855) 286-3462.

Changing your program may result in additional coursework, testing requirements, admissions documents.

Changing your program may result in changes to your financial aid eligibility. Students receiving HOPE, VA benefits, or other Financial Aid assistance may be required to complete additional paperwork. Questions may be directed to financialaid@westgatech.edu or (855) 286-3462.

Changing your program will result in your current curriculum being deleted or changed to meet current catalog requirements.

Note: Senior Citizen Waiver of tuition applies to State of Georgia residents, 62 years of age or older. Please see the Financial Aid Office to discuss how requesting this waiver will affect your current financial aid award status. The Financial Aid Office can be reached by phone at (855) 286-3462 or by email at financialaid@westgatech.edu.

My electronic signature on this form acknowledges that I have read and understand the effects of submitting this request on my program, courses, and financial aid.

Signature

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