On this page, you'll find the petitions you need for a range of academic purposes—whether you're declaring or modifying your major/minor, requesting a course substitution, or seeking other departmental approvals. Be sure to read each form carefully and follow the instructions so everything can be processed smoothly. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the Undergraduate Staff Advisor.
Petitions for the Major in Spanish or Portuguese
Petition to Add a Major or Double Major
This petition is intended for students who wish to declare a major or add a double major in our department, within the College of Letters & Science. Students are encouraged to consult with the Undergraduate Staff Advisor to discuss eligibility, requirements, and the necessary steps before initiating the process.
Petition for Degree Requirements
This petition is intended for students majoring in Spanish or Portuguese who wish to request that courses taken in other departments or at other universities be counted toward their major requirements. Students are encouraged to consult with the Undergraduate Staff Advisor to to ensure eligibility and review the petition process before submitting their request.
Petition for Major Substitution of Education Abroad Program Course
This petition is intended for students who participated in the Education Abroad Program (EAP) and wish to have courses taken abroad considered toward their major requirements in Spanish or Portuguese. Students should submit a list of the courses completed abroad and are encouraged to consult with the Undergraduate Staff Advisor to review eligibility and ensure all necessary documentation is included.
Petitions for the Minor in Spanish or Portuguese
Petition to Add a Minor
This petition is intended for students who wish to declare a minor in Spanish or Portuguese within the College of Letters & Science. Students are encouraged to consult with the Undergraduate Staff Advisor to discuss eligibility, requirements, and the necessary steps before beginning the process.
Petition for Minor Requirements
This petition is intended for students who wish to apply courses taken in other departments, universities, or colleges toward the requirements of the Spanish or Portuguese minor. Students are encouraged to meet with the Undergraduate Staff Advisor to discuss eligibility, requirements, and the necessary steps before beginning the process.
Other Petitions
Upper-Divison Elective Petition
This petition is for students who have taken a course conducted in English but completed all course content and assignments in the required language—Spanish or Portuguese—in order to request credit as an upper-division elective for the major or minor.