Senior Review

The Senior Review is the process to review all work completed and provide a clear framework of all outstanding academic requirements needed for graduation. Students are strongly encouraged to complete a Senior Review two (2) semesters prior to the expected graduation date.

Honors College students should meet the Honors College staff at least one (1) semester prior to the expected graduation date to certify the fulfillment of the Honors College requirements.

[ SBC May 08 Preliminary Graduation Certification List ]

Graduation Information

The School of Business-Camden (SBC) awards degrees three times a year, January, May, and October. Students, who complete their studies in the summer, may file for an October dated diploma. Students, who complete their studies in December, should file for a January dated diploma. Students, who complete their studies in May, are eligible to file for a May dated diploma.

The SBC holds a single commencement ceremony in May of each year. Students who have successfully satisfied all the requirements for graduation in the previous October or December may participate in the May commencement. Students, who have not successfully fulfilled all the requirements for graduation, prior to the commencement ceremony, will not be permitted to participate in commencement.

Graduation Requirements

1) Students must successfully earn at least 120 credits.

2) Students must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.000.

3) Student must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.000 in the Business Core.

4) Students must have fulfilled all the pre-major and general requirements of the School of Business-Camden (SBC), and the specific requirements of the major program of study.

5) Students must complete 30 of their final 42 credits at Rutgers Camden, including at least 12 credits in the major.

6) Students must have successfully discharged all academic, disciplinary and financial obligations to the University.

7) Students must fully complete and submit a Diploma Application with the Academic Services Offices within the published deadlines, including a CCAS Minor Certification Form for those with an arts & sciences minor.

Diploma Application Deadlines

            Diploma Applications can be obtained at and resubmitted to the Academic Services Office or obtained online at the Academic Services website Forms link.

1) May graduates: Applications will be accepted February 1st through March 1^st

2) October Graduates: Applications will be accepted June 1^st through August 15^th

3) January graduates: Applications will be accepted October 1^st through October 31^st

In Absentia

If you do not wish to attend the ceremonies, indicate so on your Diploma Application. Diplomas will be mailed.

Graduation Certification

            Graduation certifications will be performed for students who have submitted a completed Diploma Application and Minor Certification form, if required, by the publicized deadlines. A preliminary list of approved students will be posted on the Academic Services- Senior website, approximately one (1) month prior to graduation.

            Any student who is found to be deficient during the certification process will be immediately contacted to resolve the discrepancy. If the matter is not satisfactorily resolved, a certified letter will be sent advising the student that he/she is ineligible for graduation.

Honors Designation

Honors designation is determined by the cumulative grade point average (GPA) at the time of graduation. Please see below:

Cum Laude                (Honors)                     3.500-3.749 GPA

Magna Cum Laude    (High Honors)                3.750-3.899 GPA

Summa Cum Laude   (Highest Honors)            3.900-4.000 GPA

Graduation Seminars

            Graduation Seminars will be held to discuss graduation certification, commencement and related matters. They will be held as follows:

Feb 25^th and 26^th        5:30-6:00 pm              2/25 BSB 337C, 2/26 BSB 118

March 5^th and 6^th       12:20-12:50 pm          BSB 118

Graduation Regalia

Students may purchase regalia (caps, gowns, hoods) from the Bookstore’s Graduation Fair:  March 3-5, 12:00-6:00 pm.  The cost is $48.00. After March 31, a $10 late fee is charged.  It is imperative that you provide the correct height, weight and degree information to ensure that you receive the appropriate attire.  Bookstore hours are:  Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 7:00pm; Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm.

            Contact the Bookstore, if you have any questions 856-968-1200, or 0561mgr@fheg.follett.com

 

Welcome to the Rutgers University Alumni Association

            For the Class of 2008, the Rutgers Camden Alumni Association (RUCAA) is providing FREE memberships to this year’s graduates. For more information about the Association, its activities and the benefits of membership, visit the RUCAA website http://www.alumni.camden.rutgers.edu