Changing Your Major into Paul College

Changing Your Major to Business Administration or Analytical Economics (B.S.)

This application process is for students, not currently in Paul College at UNH, who are seeking to change their major to a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Analytical Economics.

Paul College admits students twice annually through this process.

application dates
December 1st at 8:00 AM - December 15th at 11:45 PM
May 1st at 8:00 AM - May 15th at 11:45 PM

If you have any questions about requirements and the application process, please contact Drew Patrick in the Undergraduate Programs and Advising Office at Drew.Patrick@unh.edu

Walk-in advising is available with Drew on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in Paul 201

Applying to Business Administration & Analytical Economics Key Information

To be eligible to apply to Paul College, students must meet the following requirements:

  • Be currently enrolled in a 4-year degree program at UNH Durham
  • Have completed a minimum of 12 credits at UNH Durham
  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Have completed at least two Paul College courses with a GPA of 3.0 or higher (refer to the course sequencing tab for details)
  • Have successfully completed Math 420, 422, 424A/B, or 425 (or an equivalent transfer course)
    • For students applying to the Analytical Economics/ECON BS degree, Math 424A/B, 425, or an equivalent calculus transfer course is required
  • Be in good conduct standing

For other Paul College policies please see academic policy section

To set the foundation for success in your anticipated major while also making overall degree progress, students should follow this recommended course sequence.

First-year, first-semester students will need two semesters to complete the requirements for application eligibility.

Course sequencing may depend on seat availability, and we recommend that students take no more than two Paul College courses at a time to maintain a balanced workload.

Business Administration Recommended Course Sequencing

  1. Begin with a combination of the following courses:
    • ADMN 400 or ADMN 410 and ECON 401 or ECON 402
      • ECON 401 and 402 should be taken in separate semesters to ensure a balanced workload and deeper understanding of the material.
      • Additionally, students are encouraged to complete the 1-credit online course, ADMN 403 before or concurrently with ADMN 410
  2. Once the above courses are completed, students should move on to:
    • ADMN 502 and ADMN 510

Analytical Economics Recommended Course Sequencing

  1. Begin with a combination of the following courses:
    • ECON 401 or ECON 402 and ADMN 410
      • ECON 401 and 402 should be taken in separate semesters to ensure a balanced workload and deeper understanding of the material.
      • Additionally, students are encouraged to complete the 1-credit online course, ADMN 403 before or concurrently with ADMN 410
  2. Once the above courses are completed, students should move on to:
    • ECON 565, ECON 605, ECON 611, ADMN 510
      • ECON 605 and ECON 611 should be taken in separate semesters to ensure a balanced workload and deeper understanding of the material.

The application for Fall 2024 will open in December.

Paul Inter-College Transfer Application (Fall 2024)

Please note: You must log in to your UNH Microsoft 365 account to access the application.

If you are accepted to Paul College

You will receive an email in late January or mid-June with your acceptance letter.  Your letter will include instructions on how to officially change your major. Once you have completed the major change, we will help you arrange your course schedule considering prerequisites, course sequencing and major/option. Your schedule may not look as you expected.

  •  We cannot guarantee your previous graduation timeline as you are changing your major. You will meet with an advisor to map out your remaining time in your new major to see when your new graduation timeline will be.
  • If a student has transferred major required courses from another institution, consultation with Drew Patrick is required to determine if the courses are equivalent to Paul College courses. This normally occurs after acceptance.
  •  Paul College fees include a tuition differential, which is the same for both N.H. residents and non-residents. This fee covers resources specific to Paul College students. For more information click here.

If you are not accepted to Paul College

You will receive an email in January or mid-June. At that point, it is suggested you meet with your current Academic Advisor to discuss your options. You should work with your current Academic Advisor to help determine if you should apply to Paul College during the following semester or consider another major.