RPI is a technological university and that applies to HASS programs as much as it does engineering and science. In HASS, we look to the future and focus on global challenges, to ensure that our students are well-prepared for their careers. Our students develop technical skill sets focused on the humanities, the arts, and the social sciences in their mission to change the world for the better. 

Why HASS at RPI? Simply... 

Our students change the world! 

• BTHE | Biotechnology and Health Economics BS 
• COGS | Cognitive Science BS
• COMD | Communication, Media, and Design BS
• DSIS | Design, Innovation, and Society BS
• ECON | Economics BS
• EART | Electronic Arts BS
• GSAS | Games and Simulation Arts and Sciences BS
• MUSC | Music BS
• PHIL | Philosophy BS
• PSYS | Psychological Science BS
• STSS | Science and Technology Studies BS
• STSO | Science, Technology, and Society BS
• SUST | Sustainability Studies BS

Learn more about each of these programs here!

As an incoming student, you can easily switch to a HASS Major! 

What do you need to know:

• Space can be limited! For some majors, we have a maximum number of students per cohort, such as Design, Innovation, and Society (DSIS), and Games and Simulation Arts, and Social Sciences (GSAS). 
• GSAS - Portfolios are recommended to join the program. Email hassinfo@rpi.edu to get started.

The process outlined below will stay live for incoming students until August 30th. 

After August 30th, please initiate this process with your Advisor. 

How to switch to a HASS Major as an incoming student: Starting TODAY!

1. Click this link to start the process with Admissions.
2. While waiting for confirmation that your major has been changed, you can connect with us in the HASS Hub to ensure you are on track for your first registration and are connected to your Advisors. We will catch you up! Please, email hassinfo@rpi.edu.  

If you have any questions, email hassinfo@rpi.edu.  

What is a dual? A dual merges two degrees into one curriculum plan that meets the requirements for both majors. You can dual within or outside the same department or school; for example, COGS+CSCI, or GSAS+EART. 

As an incoming student, you can add most HASS duals during the summer before your first semester. Be sure to communicate your goals to your Advisor so they can help you prepare based on the major(s) you are interested in adding. 

What do you need to know:

• Space can be limited! For some majors, there is a maximum number of students that can be enrolled per cohort, such as Design, Innovation, and Society (DSIS), and Games and Simulation Arts, and Social Sciences (GSAS). 
• If you are not already a HASS major, you must speak with your School's Advising Hub first (*links below) to ensure your idea for a dual will work with your current major. Joining some majors may require an extra Academic Year to complete all the requirements. 
• HASS is the only school that will accept new duals for incoming students over the summer. If you wish to add a dual for a major outside of HASS, that process may begin as late as your second semester at RPI. Some majors have requirements before you can add them as a dual, such as Computer Science and ITWS. 
• GSAS - Portfolios are recommended to join the program. Email hassinfo@rpi.edu to get started.
• DSIS - Space is limited! Please email hassinfo@rpi.edu to express your interest.

How to Add a HASS Dual as an incoming student:
NOTE: Dual applications will not be processed until Summer 2024.

1. Download the "Undergraduate Change of Major" form that can be found on this Registrar's Office webpage. Click the link for an example of a filled-out form. 
2. Fill out the top section that collects all your information (name, RIN, RPI email, etc.).
3. Circle 'Yes' or 'No' to answer if you are a US Citizen or Permanent Resident. If you are an international student, we will help you connect with International Student Services as part of this process.  
4. Fill out Section B, "Adding a Dual Major." You will find the major codes on the second page. Please leave "Please Print new Advisor's Name" blank. 
5. Once filled out, please send the form to hassinfo@rpi.edu 

* Other Hubs:

• Information Technology and Web Science (ITWS)
• Lally School of Management
• School of Engineering
• School of Science

If you have any questions, email hassinfo@rpi.edu.  

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