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Applying for Graduation

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Applications are now available for the 2008-2009 graduation cycle for those whose degree requirements will be completed by August 31, 2009.

 

Applications for December 2008 graduates are due October 1st. Applications for May and August 2009 graduates are due February 1st.
 
 
For August 2008 Candidates, please make sure that all coursework is completed by August 31st and all official transcripts are received by CBU no later than September 26th to be eligible for the August 31, 2008 posting date. Diplomas should be available for pick up in mid-November.


Submitting the Application

Students should review their InsideCBU degree guide on a regular basis to evaluate progress toward graduation. Students should submit an application for graduation if they will complete all degree requirements by August 31st of the graduation cycle.  Graduation Applications must be submitted by the application deadline or the student will be assessed a Late Graduation Application fee due at the time of application. Applications received after the degree posting date will be required to apply for the next eligible degree date.

Graduation Honors

Honors are awarded according to the following cumulative grade point average: CumLaude, 3.50;Magna CumLaude, 3.70; Summa CumLaude, 3.90. Honors announced at the graduation ceremony represent the cumulative grade point average at the completion of the Spring semester. Degrees and honors awarded in the ceremony are conditional upon completion of all course requirements in accordance with university policies. Postbaccalaureate students (Graduate and Second Major only) are not eligible for graduation honors. (University Catalog)


Degree Posting Dates

The University posts degrees three times each year, regardless of the specific date all work is completed. All degree requirements must be met prior to the posting date. The three approximate posting dates are at the end of the regular fall semester (last day in December), the end of the regular spring semester (first Friday in May), and the end of the regular summer semester (last day in August). Degrees completed between posting dates will be posted at the next scheduled date.

 

Once the degree is posted, no changes will be made to the transcript. (University Catalog)



After Applying for Graduation

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After applying for graduation, you will receive a graduation evaluation and a candidacy letter sent to your LancerMail Account or the email address listed on your application if are not a current CBU student.
 
Failure to complete degree requirements by the designated posting date may require re-application and an additional fee will be assessed. (University Catalog)

If you have questions about your evaluation or if you were denied candidacy, please contact the transcript and records analyst who completed the evaluation. Their number and email address can be found at the bottom of your graduation evaluation and on your candidacy letter.

Closer to the graduation date, you will receive a graduation packet from Student Services. This packet contains the necessary information for the graduation ceremony and the exit process. Information about the commencement ceremony and a downloadable graduation packet can be found online at http://www.commencement2008.com/school/cbu/home .



Applications and Deferral Forms

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Applications
A candidacy letter and official graduation evaluation will be sent to your LancerMail account. If you are not currently attending CBU, the letter and evaluation will be sent to the email address provided on your graduation application.
2008-2009 Graduation Application (.pdf, 1167K)
Deferrals
2008-2009 Deferral Form (.pdf, 768K)
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Graduation Checklist

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Graduation Check List

ü Complete at least 124 semester units of credit, at least 39 of which must be upper division (300 level and 400 level courses)

ü Complete at least 36 units in residence at CBU, at least 30 of which must be upper division (300 level and 400 level course)
 
ü Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 overall with no grade below C- in the major field of study

ü Complete all general education requirements

ü Complete all coursework in a major as selected from the University Catalog

ü Complete all coursework for minor or concentration, if applicable

ü Complete a graduation application for planned graduation date

ü Satisfy all financial obligations

ü Be in good academic standing (not suspended or academically disqualified) at the time of completion


Degree Requirements

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General Education
The General Education curriculum consists of 45-62 units of coursework designed to provide the student with a strong and diverse academic preparation for a major and professional experiences. In addition to specific course requirements, students must complete nine (9) units designated as Interdisciplinary (I) coursework, and nine (9) units designated as Multicultural (M) coursework and in the core curriculum twelve (12) units designated as 300 and 400 level coursework. Courses which meet the Multicultural and Interdisciplinary requirements will be denoted in the course descriptions in this publication. (University Catalog)
 
Majors and Minors
Though a minimum of 39 upper-division units are required for graduation, some majors require less than 39 upper-division units. The additional upper-division units may be taken in the student’s major field or in other academic areas.A student may qualify for a minor by using these additional units to meet the requirements for a minor in the field of choice. Coursework for credit toward a major,minor, or emphasis must be passed with a minimum grade of C- and an overall average in the major or minor of 2.0 or higher. Certain disciplines may require a minimum grade of C (2.0) in the lower-division prerequisites also.     (University Catalog)

Electives
A number of electives may be taken from the regular university courses offered in each department. Students should plan carefully and complete their required work first. Failure to do this may cause students to take more than 124 semester units in order to graduate. (University Catalog)

Work in Residence
Students are required to complete 36 units in residence at California Baptist University. Of the 39 upper-division units required for graduation, at least 30 upper-division units must be taken in residence. (University Catalog)

Upper Division
Upper division requirements for graduation can only be fulfilled with courses at the 300 and 400 (Junior and Senior) level. Of the 39 upper-division units required for graduation, at least 30 upper-division units must be taken in residence. Lower division units cannot be used to fulfill upper division unit requirements. Upper division requirements that are varianced must be replaced by upper division electives. Students seeking substitutions and exemptions must submit an Academic Variance Form to the Office of the Registrar for approval. (University Catalog)