three students at a desk in the library smiling and looking at a bookDefiance College prides itself on its individual attention to student needs and interests. One way this occurs is through students being able to design their own majors. Self-designed majors are often interdisciplinary and allow students to weave interests from various curriculum into a powerful, unique learning experience.

In consultation with their academic advisors and faculty, students can create a major of up to 36 hours to meet their career or professional aspirations. Students may pair this major with an existing minor. Applications for self-designed majors are found on myDC and should be submitted by the end of the sophomore year to the Registrar's Office for approval.


EXAMPLES OF SELF-DESIGNED MAJORS

Actuarial Studies
Arts Management
Biochemistry
Coaching
Counseling
Digital Media Studies
Health and Wellness
Human Resources
Industrial Organization Psychology
Sports Medicine


WHO TO CONTACT

Lisa Crumit-Hancock
Registrar & Assistant Dean for Library and Academic Support Services for Student Success
Phone: 419-783-2332
registrar@defiance.edu