Academic Advising Forms

Withdrawal

• Withdrawal Form (pdf)

The withdrawal form serves to communicate to Bowie State University that a student wishes to discontinue enrollment. Students who complete the withdrawal form must complete an exit interview with an academic advising specialist. The student indicates reason(s) for withdrawal on the form.

Change of Major

•  Undergraduate Change of Major Form (pdf)

Important Information for Undergraduate Students

1. Students will be required to meet graduation requirements under the catalog in effect at the time he/she requests the change. . However, you may request, in writing, to follow the requirements of a later catalog. To do so, you must submit your written request to your new chairperson. If approved, your written request along with the chairperson's written consent of approval must be forwarded to the Registrar’s Office. As a result, your CATALOG YEAR will be adjusted accordingly.
2. If your newly declared/changed plan did not exist at the time of your admission, your studies will be governed by the academic catalog in effect as of the DATE OF YOUR ELECTION. Likewise, if you interrupt you attendance for more than four (4) consecutive semesters, your studies will be governed by the academic catalog in effect as of the DATE OF YOUR READMISSION.
3. The EFFECTIVE DATE for your declaration/change of plan will be the date of receipt at the Office of the Registrar.