Declare Your Major

When to Declare

Students interested in a major in Jewish Studies are encouraged to speak with the Coordinator, Dr. Rachel Baum, as soon as possible. Dr. Baum is best reached over email at rbaum@uwm.edu.

To declare a major in Jewish Studies, simply complete the following steps:

1. Click on the Declaration of Major Form button below. (Link leaves site.)
2. Fill out the Declaration of Major Form.
3. Submit the Declaration of Major Form.

If you plan to complete your degree 100% online, you may want to consider opting into online program pricing. After declaring the Jewish Studies major above, complete these steps:

1. Read the the details for online program pricing to make sure you qualify and that online program pricing is the best option for your situation. If it is, continue to step 2. Please note that this major is a program that can be completed entirely online whether or not you opt into online program pricing.
2. Complete the opt in form at the bottom of the online program page (same link as in #1).

What happens next?

1. An undergraduate faculty advisor will receive your submitted request to declare Jewish Studies as a major and will review your unofficial transcript.
2. Within approximately 5-7 days, you will receive a detailed email from the Jewish Studies faculty advisor with your assessment.
3. Your request to declare Jewish Studies as a major will be approved (unless otherwise stated) and filed as part of your student record.
4. You have officially declared Jewish Studies as a major, WELCOME to the Jewish Studies department!