Degree Conditions

Degrees are conferred by the Board of Governors of the university in May, upon the recommendation of the Camden Faculty Senate. Diplomas are presented at the commencement convocation of Rutgers University-Camden. Students must have

1. earned a minimum of 30 credits of the final 42 credits as regularly enrolled undergraduates at Rutgers-Camden, including at least 12 credits in the major;

2. completed at least 120 credits with a cumulative grade-point average of 2.0 or better;

3. fulfilled all basic requirements of the college (see General Education Requirements);

4. fulfilled the specific requirements of a major program; and

5. discharged all academic, disciplinary, and financial obligations to the university.

All of the above conditions must be satisfied before the degree will be conferred. Only those students who have satisfied all degree conditions may participate in the commencement convocation.