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School of Nursing (SON) Program Manual > Student Academic Policies > Progression > Changing Specialization

Changing Specialization

A student who wishes to change his/her specialization after admission to the program must be in good academic standing.

1. The student is encouraged to discuss the proposed change with his/her advisor. 
2. First year students are notified of the process to request a change in track specialty.
3. Decisions are made by faculty in a timely manner and are subject to available space within each specialty program.
4. This process does not guarantee a change of specialty.

[Policy updated June 2014]