Graduation Policies and Procedures for Students
Application for Graduation
Graduation is NOT automatic. You must submit an Application for Degree and supply all appropriate documentation to the Office of the Registrar.
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Graduation
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Application Period
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Deadline for Outstanding Requirements
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Conferral Date
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Feb. 2008
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June 1, 2007 – Nov. 2, 2007
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Jan. 3, 2008
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Feb. 1, 2008
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May 2008
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Oct. 1, 2007 – Feb. 1, 2008
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May 13, 2008
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June 15, 2008
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Aug. 2008
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Feb. 4, 2008 – June 29, 2008
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July 31, 2008
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Aug. 31, 2008
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Feb. 2009
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June 1, 2008 – Nov. 2, 2008
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Jan. 3, 2009
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Feb. 1, 2009
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On the application, be sure to fill out all required information. Remember to let us know your specialization, 2nd major, and/or minor. The Office of the Registrar retains the right to postpone degree candidacy if applications are turned in after the deadline date.
All requirements must be met by the date of graduation.
This includes the completion of thesis/major project, comprehensive exam(s), minimum GPA requirements, and minimum credit requirements.
Residency requirement must be complete. Students must complete a minimum of 30 credits at St. Francis College.
Study Abroad
It is recommended that you do not take study abroad courses in your final semester as there is often a delay in receiving transcripts which may postpone your graduation.
Waivers and Substitutions
All waivers and/or substitutions must be received from the appropriate authorities before you can graduate:
- Major/minor/concentration - from department chair or designee
- Core Requirements - from Office of the Academic Dean
Minimum GPA
Undergraduates must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA.
Minimum Grades in Major
Students must earn a grade of C or better for courses in their major.
Credit Deduction
Before graduation, credits will be deducted for the following:
- Unauthorized repeats
- Transfer credit awarded if Official Transcript has not been provided
Credit Requirements
In order to graduate, students must complete the minimum number of credits associated with their program of study. This varies based upon the degree and major. Approved waivers of course requirements do not substitute for meeting the minimum number of credits required for graduation.
Records Are Sealed at Graduation
After degree has been awarded, no changes may be made to the academic record (transcript). Names of candidates for graduation will appear in the Commencement Program as they appear on students' academic record (transcript).
Holds
All obligations, whether academic or financial, must be cleared before a graduate’s record (transcript) will be released. Diplomas and transcripts of graduates with holds on their record cannot be released.
Correspondence
During the graduation candidacy period, students will receive official correspondence regarding their candidacy delivered to their St. Francis email account. It is recommended that students check their email often.
Graduation Honors
Graduation honors are printed on baccalaureate diplomas, transcripts and, when feasible, recorded in the Commencement Program, please note information on candidates is not final. Students must complete 60 credits in residence for these honors.
Graduation Honor
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Minimum Index
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Summa Cum Laude
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3.8 |
Magna Cum Laude
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3.6 |
Cum Laude
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3.4 |
Diplomas are available for pick-up approximately 6 weeks after the graduation date. Graduates will be notified via email of the exact date. If you are unable to come to St. Francis College to pick up your diploma you must make other arrangements with the office. Diplomas must be picked up within 1 year of graduation. Diplomas that are not picked up by that time will be shredded and graduates will have to order a replacement diploma for a fee.
Contact Us
For questions, comments and to make an appointment contact the Office of the Registrar at (718) 489-5242.