If you are pursuing a major in the College of IST that is under administrative enrollment control but do not meet the entrance to major requirements, you might be eligible for an exception.
For an exception to be considered, you must demonstrate the academic difficulties or extenuating circumstances prevented you from meeting the entrance to major requirements. You must also demonstrate how this major is a good fit for your strengths, interests, and career goals.
Requesting an Exception
If you're enrolled at University Park, you must meet with your academic adviser to discuss if you're eligible for the entrance to major exception.
If you're enrolled at a campus other than University Park, contact Melissa Williams to set up an appointment with an IST academic adviser.
Each exception will be reviewed by the college's Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies and the Director of Advising. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis.
GPA Requirements
The required cumulative GPAs to enter these majors at University Park are
- Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations: 2.90
- Human-Centered Design and Development: 2.70
- Information Sciences and Technology: 2.70
- Security and Risk Analysis: 2.70
You should make a request for updated Entrance to Major requirement if you meet the following criteria:
- Started at Penn State prior to Summer 2023
- Completed (or are enrolled in) all entrance to major courses with a C or higher
- GPA is less than 3.0 but higher than the GPA standard for your intended major
- Is in the credit window of 40-70 Penn State credits
