If you're currently enrolled at MSU in another college and want to declare a James Madison College major, you don't need to submit a formal application. JMC admits current MSU students into its majors as space permits, utilizing a waitlist process.
There are no credit restrictions for current MSU student admissions into JMC, but students should talk with a JMC academic advisor about how completing JMC major requirements will affect their time to degree. During the semesterly waitlist review, space in the program is assessed and a grade review confirms students are in good academic standing before the major change is processed.
To get started, please schedule an appointment with JMC advisor Emelia Hammond through the Student Information System or by emailing ehammond@msu.edu. Emelia will review your record, answer your questions about JMC majors and walk you through next steps.
If you're interested in transferring to JMC from another institution, see our Transfer Students for application requirements and deadlines.
Reach out to Emelia Hammond (ehammond@msu.edu) to schedule an advising appointment. At that first appointment, Emelia will review the courses you’ve already taken, discuss how they may align with JMC’s requirements, estimate how many semesters you may have remaining and identify recommended courses for future enrollment.
Current MSU students are admitted to JMC as space permits through a waitlist process. Students may be admitted for fall or spring semester start dates. Contact Emelia Hammond (ehammond@msu.edu) for more information about the waitlist process.
It depends on when you change your major into JMC. Students who change majors during their first academic year at MSU will typically take some first-year Madison courses.
Students who change majors in their second year or later are not required to take the first-year courses, but they may have the option to take them if desired.
No. Current MSU students who are admitted to JMC are not required to move into Case Hall.