Shaped Major

Overview

The Shaped Major is meant to allow students to pursue in-depth, intensive work in a particular area of intellectual interest. For most students, the traditional departmental majors, which focus within a discipline, meet this goal. However, some students may have interests that cross disciplines but share a common intellectual theme toward the achievement of a stated goal.

Students hoping to pursue a Shaped Major should work with a faculty member in their area of interest to frame their goals for the Shaped Major. Students must also submit a proposal packet to the Curriculum Committee and the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs to apply for a shaped major.

Degree Requirements

To earn the Bachelor of Arts in the Shaped Major, students must complete a minimum of 128 credits including major requirements, Stern College General Education and Jewish Studies requirements, and elective courses as needed.

Major Requirements (36 credit minimum)

Shaped major must include a minimum of 12 courses.