双专业

Bringing truly interdisciplinary studies to life at Alfred University

Discover a multitude of double major opportunities at Alfred University, where you can seamlessly integrate two distinct fields of study into your coursework. Benefit from a well-rounded education, gain a competitive edge in the job market, and cultivate a versatile skill set by exploring the advantages of pursuing double majors.

什么是双学位?

A double major refers to any Alfred University student completing the requirements for a second academic major or field of study at the same time that they are working on a primary degree program. 真正的跨学科性质, students who graduate with a double major receive acknowledgement of both the primary degree and the second major [on their transcript].

Why Should You Consider a Double Major?

You may choose to double major for a few different reasons. 第一个, it allows you to explore and specialize in two distinct areas of interest, providing you with a broader and more versatile skill set. 另外, double majoring can enhance career prospects by making you more adaptable to diverse job opportunities after graduation and demonstrating a commitment to a well-rounded education.


Alfred University offers undergraduate students various options to pursue interdisciplinary studies through double majors, each with individual requirements for completion. Our current offering of double majors include:

*某些限制适用.

Are double majors available to students from outside of their current major's college or school?

是的! A double major from an Alfred University college or school other than your primary degree's college or school provides even more opportunities to blend your academic interests into your Alfred experience.

例如, a student in the 稻盛工学院 majoring in 机械工程 might consider double majoring in 市场营销 (housed in the 商学院) to create a variety of interesting career paths that blend technical expertise with business acumen, 比如供应链经理, 工业市场研究分析师, 技术销售工程师, 和R&D产品经理.

精心策划, 全身心投入学习, and the assistance of your academic advising team, you may meet the academic requirements for both majors within the usual timeframe for completing a degree. We are here to assist you in planning your double major each step of the way!

A double major is a grouping of classes that allows in depth study in a particular field of study.  Students may complete the requirements for a double major while they are working on separate primary degree program. 当他们完成时, they will have earned one degree in their primary field of study and a double major in a secondary discipline, displaying proficiency in both areas.

另一方面, a dual degree involves a student completing the requirements for two entirely separate degree programs, resulting in the awarding of two distinct degrees. Double majoring is often more common and allows for exploration within a single degree, while dual degrees involve a more comprehensive study across two distinct fields.


我该如何开始?

Declaring a double major is a straightforward process that requires only a few steps to be completed:

  1. 研究 your double major's requirements. 这些可以在 双学位课程页面 you're considering adding to your studies.
  2. Meet with your academic advising team of faculty and staff who can assist you in planning a seamless roadmap and course schedule to complete your double major requirements. Your first point of contact on that team is 琼Cardinale, Alfred University's coordinator for interdisciplinary programs.
  3. Declare your double major with the Registrar's Office. We'll connect you with the appropriate forms and information to complete this step beforehand.
  4. Stay informed and monitor your progress once your double major is approved. You may be required to recertify or meet periodically with your advising team to ensure you continue to meet both double major program requirements.

今天就联系琼Cardinale!