GRADUATION

Upon successful completion of the stated requirements below, students are awarded the Associate of Arts degree in Merchandising and Design and the Bachelor of Arts degree in Merchandising and Design. A student must complete all academic requirements and resolve all financial obligations with the college before either degree is awarded. 

 

Commencement Exercises

Commencement exercises are held in January, May, and September and are followed by a reception open to graduates and their families.

Graduation Requirements – Associate of Arts degree in Merchandising and Design

The Associate of Arts degree in Merchandising and Design is granted to students who have completed the following requirements: 

  1. Completion of a minimum of 63 credit hours with a passing grade or credit.
  2. Completion of all required core curriculum and general education courses.
  3. A cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.0 or above based on a 4.0 scale.
  4. Satisfaction of all financial obligations through the Office of Financial Services in order to participate in the graduation ceremony and to receive a degree and/or an official transcript from Wade College.
Graduation Requirements – Bachelor of Arts degree in Merchandising and Design

The Bachelor of Arts degree in Merchandising and Design is granted to students who have completed the following requirements: 

  1. Completion of a minimum of 123 credit hours with a passing grade or credit.
  2. Completion of all required core curriculum and general education courses.
  3. A cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.0 or above based on a 4.0 scale.
  4. Satisfaction of all financial obligations through the Office of Financial Services in order to participate in the graduation ceremony and to receive a degree and/or an official transcript from Wade College.