1. students who are not majoring in a particular subject or field of study
Usage: academic context; plural form

Examples

• The chemistry course is designed for nonmajors who need to fulfill a science requirement.
• Biology for nonmajors covers basic concepts without advanced mathematics.
• The professor teaches both majors and nonmajors in separate sections.
• This introductory physics class attracts many nonmajors.
• The textbook is written specifically for nonmajors taking their first economics course.
• Art history for nonmajors provides a broad survey of Western art.
• Many nonmajors find the simplified version of organic chemistry more accessible.