Only the department or program in question can make exceptions to the regulations governing a major program. Only the department or program advisors determine which credits transferred from another institution can count toward the major at Penn. Students pursuing two majors must take at least eighteen different courses in fulfillment of major requirements. Honors Major Students with excellent records may apply to their department or program for acceptance as honors majors. A minimum average of 3.0 in major and major-related courses is required for acceptance into an honors program.
Some majors require a higher average.
The nature of the requirements for honors majors varies from program to program. These requirements may include special courses, advanced courses, and individual research on specialized subjects under the guidance of a faculty advisor. In some courses additional credit is authorized for special work done by candidates for honors. Students who complete an honors major will have this designation entered on their diplomas only if graduation honors are awarded.