How to Declare the CS Major
This information is specific to the Computer Science (CS) major, and is supplemental to CDSS College guidance and policies about the Change of College or Simultaneous Degree application process. Students interested in the Computer Science major should be sure to review both documents.
(Updated on 4/9/24)
Group 1: Students Admitted in Fall 2023
- Students admitted in Fall 2023 who selected computer science on their admissions application have a guaranteed spot in that major, subject to completing prerequisites and maintaining good academic standing.
- First-year students admitted in Fall 2023 who did not select computer science on their admissions application may apply to the major via comprehensive review.
- Transfer students admitted in Fall 2023 who did not select computer science on their UCB application have until the end of Summer 2024 to declare the CS major.
Group 2: Students Admitted in Fall 2024
- Students admitted to CDSS in Fall 2024 will automatically enroll in their selected major.
- First-year students admitted in Fall 2024 who did not select computer science on their admissions application may apply to the major via comprehensive review.
- Transfer students admitted in Fall 2024 onward who did not select computer science on their UCB application will not be able to change their major to, or double major in computer science.
