Are there colleges that won’t let you change majors as a transfer?

I've heard that some colleges don’t allow transfer students to change their major upon admission. Can anyone confirm if this is true and, if so, which colleges have such policies? I'm exploring my options and want to know my next steps.

Yes, some colleges will not allow transfer students to change their major after being admitted. These policies generally arise because of capacities within certain departments and the need for the college to balance the student population across the different majors. A few colleges that may restrict major changes for transfer students include the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), and the University of California, Berkeley (Cal).

At UCLA, transfers are generally admitted into a specific major, and changing majors often requires a separate application process once enrolled. University of California, Berkeley's College of Engineering has a similar policy – you are only admitted for the major you apply for and you may not change majors after admission as a transfer student.

However, it's important to note that these policies vary widely, even within the same university, depending on the specific major and department. Some majors are more competitive or filled, thus it is more restrictive in terms of switching. For instance, switching to an impacted major like Computer Science or Nursing would typically be more difficult.

That's why it's important to thoroughly research the policies related to changing majors at each institution you're interested in before applying. The best way to find this information is by looking on the individual college's website or contacting the school's admissions department.