Step 1) Fill out the New Student Questionnaire

Step 2) Understand the term "liberal arts" and the UMW Degree Requirements

Step 3) Understand the benefits of a VCCS Associates Degree

Step 4) Understand Transfer credit and AP, IB, Dual Enrollment, and Cambridge Credit

Step 5) Understand Prerequisites & Vertically Building Coursework

Step 6) Consider Pre-Professional Interests

Step 7) Tips and other considerations when planning a schedule

Step 8) Review Your Pre-Matriculation Coursework

Step 9) Choose Possible Courses

Step 10) Fill Out the Course Registration Request Form

Step 11) Video Guides & How to Register

International Affairs

Please refer to the current University Catalog to see the course descriptions and a major description with requirements for international affairs.

New students considering a major in international affairs should select PSCI 101A and ECON 201B in the first semester and an appropriate foreign language course. They should then select PSCI 102A, ECON 202B, and the next course in the language sequence in the next semester.  Students majoring in international affairs should also be aware that there is an additional foreign language requirement beyund the General Education requirements. Students must either A) complete two languages through the intermediate level, or B) earn at least six credits in one language at the advanced level (beyond 202).

If you are entering UMW with transfer credit for introductory level courses in this major, please refer to the major requirements and course prerequisites in the University Catalog (see above) to see what courses you are required to take for the major and what prerequisites you have already met.

Please be sure to remember the General Education and Across-the Curriculum Requirements and how your individual transfer credit affects the remaining courses you must take at UMW for a BA/BS degree.