Declare/ Update Major

How To Update Major In Your CMS Student Record

 Meet with the Academic Advisor of chosen major and request to update your CMS Student Record
 Advisor submits via CMS the request to update the student’s record
 Office of the Registrar reviews, processes, and updates student’s record in CMS
 Check CMS to verify your major is updated
 Allow 7 business days for the Office of the Registrar to process and update in CMS
 If your CMS Student record has not been updated, follow up with the Office of the Registrar if all steps above have been followed

Feeling indecisive?
If you are unsure about your future career and major, you are a pretty normal college student. This is a big decision that can impact the rest of your life and you should be thoughtful about it. At the same time, you aren’t helping yourself by being overly-anxious or delaying your decision indefinitely. Academic and Career Advising Services can support you to make the best decision you can, complete your studies efficiently, and transition into a great career. Let us help you!

Services for undeclared students:
 FOCUS – a concise, engaging on-line assessment provides analysis on which majors & careers fit best with your personality, interests, skills, & values. Free for CSUMB students, go to http://career.csumb.edu/focus
 ONE-ON-ONE COACHING – have an in-depth discussion with an advisor about your career and educational goals; and how this campus can best support them. Call 831-582-3845 to schedule an appointment.
 KNOW YOUR OPTIONS – an important step in choosing your major is to understand which are available, what classes are required, and what careers they prepare you for. Visit http://academics.csumb.edu/ to jump-start your research.