Declaring Psychology

Declaring Psychology as a Major

Before changing your major to psychology, familiarize yourself with the psychology program requirements and courses.

It typically takes 2 years (4 semesters Spring/Fall) to complete the psychology major requirements. Psychology at USF requires competence in psychological statistics and biological psychology. Alternative majors with similar content areas, such as communication studies and sociology, may be a better fit for some students, especially students looking to complete their degree quickly with fewer sequenced courses.

Submit your request to change your Major (CoAP), only AFTER you fulfill the following requirements:

1. PASS PSYC 101: GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY WITH A GRADE OF C OR BETTER, OR

- Introductory/General Psychology at another institution with a grade of C or better (must submit a Substitution Request Form)

- A minimum AP Psychology Test score of 4

- A minimum IB Psychology Test score of 5

2. PSYC 260: PSYCHOLOGICAL STATISTICS WITH A GRADE OF C OR BETTER, OR

- Psychological Statistics at another institution with a grade of C or better

3. ATTEND ADVISING WITH A PEER ADVISER

Note: Advising from your CASA Success Coach or any other adviser will not complete this step. Peer Advisers can answer your inquiries, help plan your schedule, and provide insight into the program. Peer Advising office hours are posted here.

Once grades for both classes are reflected in your records and you have met with a Peer Adviser, you may then submit a Change of Academic Program (CoAP). Only after your request has been approved will you be eligible to enroll in courses restricted to Psychology majors (e.g., RHET 203: Writing in Psychology).