Degree, Certificate and Specialized Credit Diploma Requirements

Selection of courses applicable for graduation requirements is the responsibility of each student. The student should follow the catalog the year they enrolled as a new student. If the student changes their major after they initially apply, they must follow the new program requirements in the semester they are changing their major. Students who attended classes at the college previously, but then discontinued their enrollment in the past 12 months or more, must complete an online returning student application and follow the new catalog requirements. Students may request a “Petition to Change Catalog Term” if their program has been updated by new curriculum. This form must be signed prior to registration before their last semester by an advisor or counselor and submitted to the Office of Registration/Student Records.

Degrees:

The general requirements for all associate degrees are as follows:

1. Attain at least a 2.0 program and cumulative GPA. Courses with “F” grades will not count toward degree requirements.

2. Fulfill all financial obligations to the college.

3. Courses numbered below 101 may not be used toward the degree or certificate.

4. To receive an additional associate degree, students must earn at least 15 additional college-level credits at LCCC with courses 101 and above.

NOTE: Physical education courses may not be repeated for credit.

Associate in Arts (A.A.) and Associate in Science (A.S.) Degrees

1. Fulfill the general requirements as listed previously.

2. Successfully complete at least 60 credits in an approved program of study, of which 15 credits must be taken at LCCC through course enrollment.

3. Complete core requirements of the appropriate program

4. Complete 22 credits in general education:

NOTE: ENG 100 and MAT 090 may not be used to satisfy the credits required in the College English series or the credits required in mathematics or science. All general education courses must be courses numbered 101 or higher.

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree

1. Fulfill the general requirements as listed previously.

2. Successfully complete at least 60 credits in an approved program of studies, of which 15 credits must be taken at LCCC through course enrollment.

3. Complete the required courses in the specific program.

4. Complete 21 credits in general education:

NOTE: ENG 100 and MAT 090 may not be used to satisfy the credits required in the College English series or the credits required in mathematics or science. All general education courses must be courses numbered 101 or higher.

Certificate

1. Complete an approved certificate program of at least 30 credits in courses numbered 101 or higher, of which at least 25% of the credits must be taken at

2. LCCC through course enrollment.

3. Earn an overall GPA of at least 2.0.

4. Fulfill all financial obligations to the college.

   Credits earned in certificate programs are applicable to Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees in the same field.

Specialized Credit Diploma

1. Complete an approved specialized credit diploma program of at least 9 credits in courses numbered 101 or higher, of which at least 25% of the credits must be taken at LCCC through course enrollment.

2. Earn an overall GPA of at least 2.0.

3. Fulfill all financial obligations to the college.

   Credits earned in most specialized credit diploma programs are applicable to certificates in the same field.

Graduation

All students who wish to graduate with a degree, certificate or specialized diploma must submit an application for graduation.
Graduation applications are available online at “myLCCC” portal and select BannerWeb, click on Student Self Service, and then click Graduation Application.
Applications should be completed and submitted to the Registration/Student Records Office no later than:

• October 1 for December graduation

• February 1 for May graduation

• June 1 for August graduation

The college holds a traditional commencement ceremony in May for all graduates. December graduates are invited to attend the commencement ceremony in May following their graduation date. Future August graduates are invited to attend the commencement ceremony in May.
Commencement details will be communicated via email to all students.

Graduation with Academic Honors

Students who earn an overall GPA of at least 3.5 will graduate “with honors,” as indicated below:

• Summa Cum Laude (Highest Honors) – GPA of 3.95 and above

• Magna Cum Laude (High Honors) – GPA of 3.75 to 3.94

• Cum Laude (Honors) – GPA of 3.5 to 3.74

Academic Awards

Outstanding graduating students are honored annually for their achievements. Awards presented include the following:
•  All-Pennsylvania Academic Team
•  Associate Degree Nursing Faculty Recognition Award
•  Clark E. “Willie” Hartman Award
•  Climax Goulder Bealine Award
•  Computer Science Faculty Recognition Awards
•  Country Doctor Veterinary Hospital Award
•  Distinction in Psychology Award
•  Distinction in Science Award
•  Gilbert A. Scheetz Scholastic Achievement Award
•  Jennifer Smith Memorial Veterinary Technician Award
•  Jennifer L. Snyder Memorial Veterinary Technician Award
•  Joanne Gerken Graduation Speaker Award
•  LCCC Faculty Association Student of the Year Award
•  Lehigh County Chapter of American Association of Medical Assistants Award
•  Lehigh County Medical Society Awards
•  Mathematics Achievement Award
•  Occupational Therapy Assistant, The Professional Development Award
•  Occupational Therapy Assistant Student Association Award
• Occupational Therapy Assistant Outstanding Student Award
•  Occupational Therapy Assistant Student Scholarship Award
•  Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants Award
•  Philip Fahy Memorial Award
•  Professor Elizabeth (Bette) Hummer Memorial Award
•  Professor William L.F. and Mrs. Mary Joan Schmehl Political Science Organization Alumni Award
•  Rosemary Kradel Mathematics Achievement Award
•  Student Nurses Association of Pennsylvania (SNAP) - LCCC Chapter Service Award
•  Teacher Education Student Association Scholarship Award
•  Wayne E. Kirker Award
•  Wright Veterinary Medical Center Veterinary Technician Award