Baccalaureate Degree Requirements

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In order to satisfy the requirements for a Bachelor’s Degree a student must:

  • Complete all course requirements, including those required for the major, general education, and the minimum number of credits for the degree sought as set forth by the faculty of the college or school in which the student is enrolled, and
    as described under “major requirements” in this catalog, in effect at the time of admission or most recent readmission.  Note: A three semester hour transfer course may be used to satisfy a four semester hour AU requirement in a major or in general education. However, the minimum number of total semester credit hours for the degree must still be earned to complete degree requirements.
  • Earn a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.00
  • Satisfy the Common Ground Requirement
    This requirement is satisfied by completing with a passing grade the 1-credit course UNIV 101-Common Ground
  • Satisfy the Global Perspective Requirement. This requirement may be satisfied by:
    1. Taking an approved “GP” course
    2. Participating in an international co-op program or internship
    3. Studying abroad
    4. Going on a course-based faculty-led international study trip
    5. Completing one semester of secondary or postsecondary education outside the United States
  • Satisfy the Lifetime Health and Wellness requirement
    The physical activity portion of the requirement can be satisfied by one of the following:
    1. One PFIT course or one of the specific Dance and Equestrian courses that have the “Physical Activity” (PFIT) attribute
    2. Participation in one varsity sport for an entire season (as certified by the Athletic Department)
    3. A lifetime sports proficiency Challenge Exam (requires both written and physical tests; current fee: $225)
    4. Current active military service (including National Guard, Reserves, or the ROTC program’s MILS 101 or MILS 102)

The wellness portion of the requirement can be satisfied by taking one WELL course or another course that has been approved for this purpose and that has the “WELL” degree attribute.

  • Request legal conferral of degree (apply to graduate) and satisfy financial obligations to the University. Written application for graduation must be made to the Registrar at least 60 days before the expected degree conferral date.
  • Earn at least 45 semester credit hours at Alfred University
  • Be in residence at Alfred University at least during the final 30 credit hours earned toward the degree (see policy on Transfer Credit)