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Academic Policies - Graduation Requirements

All students are responsible for their progress towards graduation and the fulfillment of requirements. Candidates must successfully complete the following minimum requirements to qualify for the associate of science degree:

  • Earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or higher.
  • Obtain a 2.0 or higher in all core courses in the major (indicated in bold type in the curricula).
  • Receive a grade of "C" or higher for their internship.
  • Complete all departmental requirements, including the internship, courses, and credits, as shown in the academic program at the time of first enrollment.
  • Earn the total number of credits required by the major (some majors may require more than 60). Thirty credits must be completed in residence; this 30 credit requirement may not include any Continuing Education courses. (A matriculated student may not take more than 9 total credits through the Division of Continuing Education, and no more than 6 credits during any one semester.)
  • Satisfy all financial obligations to the School and University.