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.

   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.

Dual Associate Degrees

Students may pursue and earn two associate’s degrees simultaneously from Lehigh Carbon Community College. Dual associate degrees may be awarded upon completion of the following:

1. Application for dual associate degrees must be submitted after successful completion of 12 college-level credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.

2. All requirements are met for each major.

3. Both degrees must be earned and awarded within the same semester. Each degree requires a separate application for graduation.

4. Students must take and earn a minimum of 15 credits from each major at LCCC through course enrollment.

5. A minimum of 15 unique credits not applied to the other major must be taken and earned.

6. Students using financial aid assistance should speak to the Financial Aid Office about their plans for dual associate degrees. Eligibility can change depending on academic progress and grant/loan limitations.

7. A student may not earn an Associate in General Studies and Associate in Liberal Arts at the same time. Student are discouraged from combining either of these with another AA or AS degree.

Additional Associate Degrees

A student may earn multiple Associate Degrees from Lehigh Carbon Community College. Each additional degree will be posted to the student’s academic record and the student will receive diplomas for each degree. Students who already possess an associate degree may be awarded an additional degree upon completion of the following:

1. Meeting the general requirements as outlined for all associate degrees in the course catalog.

2. Earning a minimum of 15 credits with courses 101 and above required by the additional degree at Lehigh Carbon Community College, which have not been applied to any previously awarded degree. The 15 additional credits required can be completed before or after awarding of the previous degree.

3. Students must fulfill all prerequisite, general education and major related course requirements for the program as outlined in the course catalog.

4. Students using financial aid assistance should speak to the Financial Aid Office about their plans for a second degree. Eligibility can change depending on academic progress and grant/loan limitations.

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