If students know which course of study they wish to pursue, they should select that major field when they initially enroll. Students who are undecided about a major will be classified as agriculture-undecided but will be assigned to a department and an academic advisor. During the first semester, several introductory courses in agricultural sciences should be selected to assist in determining or confirming the preferred area for a major. Students who enter as freshmen should select a major by the end of their fourth semester. Transfer students will be required to make a major selection within two semesters after entering Texas Tech.
Some departments offer the opportunity for a dual major program.
Students interested in such a program should contact the chairperson of the specific departments involved. Selecting a Minor. Minors are available in all departments for students majoring in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources as well as those majoring in other colleges within the university. A minimum of 18 hours is required for a minor. At least 9 hours in a minor must consist of upper division courses.