To qualify for graduation from Newberry College , a student must:

1. Successfully complete a minimum of 126 semester hours with a grade-point average of 2.0 on degree credits attempted at Newberry College
2. Complete the Core CurriculumComplete all requirements for a major
3. Attend the required number of Fine Arts and Lectures events
4. Demonstrate Level 3 communication skills before being certified for graduation.

A minimum grade point average of 2.0 must also be maintained on work done in the major field and in the minor field.

A minimum of 21 semester hours for junior college transfer students and 12 hours for senior college transfer students in the major and eight hours in the minor must be completed at Newberry College . Students must complete the last 32 hours at Newberry College .

Some programs require certification through a state or national board.   These programs may require additional course work and/or other scholastic achievement for certification.   These programs include teacher certification and Veterinary Technology.

If Core or general requirements for graduation are changed during a student's continuous enrollment at Newberry College , the student has the option of following either the requirements listed in the catalog at the time of original enrollment or the requirements in effect in the current College Catalog.

If requirements in the student's major field are changed after a Degree Audit has been filed in the Office of the Registrar, the student has the option of following either the requirements in effect at the time of declaring the major or the requirements in effect in the current College Catalog. A new Degree Audit form would have to be filed.

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS

FOR A DEGREE

To receive a degree from Newberry College , students must take the last 32 semester hours and at least 12 semester hours in the major at Newberry, except as provided for in approved joint degree programs with other institutions.

Transfer students from a senior level (four-year) college or university must earn a minimum of 12 semester hours in the major and twenty-five percent (32 semester hours) of their total credit hours at Newberry College .

COMMUNICATION ACROSS THE CURRICULUM PROGRAM

Newberry College implemented the Communication Across the Curriculum Program (CACP) as part of a larger system that stresses critical thinking skills and communication skills. CACP addresses the need for skills in writing, reading, listening, and use of support media. In particular, the area of writing will be evaluated through a special assignment and assessment system.

Entering students write essays on specified topics during orientation sessions. Students certified at Level 1 writing performance are admitted to English 111; those who do not yet certify at Level 1 are placed in English 099. In order to pass English 099, students must demonstrate Level 1 writing skills.

Students must demonstrate Level 2 writing skills by writing three acceptable papers representing three different fields (e.g., history, English, and biology).

Students usually demonstrate Level 3 writing skills by writing three acceptable papers in their major. Specific Level 3 requirements vary from department to department, so students should consult the most recent CACP Student Manual for specific requirements. (See http://www.newberry.edu). Students with a minor can complete one Level 3 paper in the minor discipline.

Level 2 writing skills, then, are demonstrated across the curriculum while Level 3 writing skills are demonstrated within the major discipline.

Students transferring to Newberry College (or returning after being out a semester or more), may meet CACP Level 2 requirements by writing one Level 2 paper (instead of the usual three ) provided they meet all of the following requirements:

The student must have earned at least 56 semester hours at Newberry College (or, in the case of a transfer student, he or she must transfer in at least 56 semester hours).

The student also must have completed ENG 111 and ENG 112 (or the equivalent) with a grade of “C” or above.

ALL Newberry students are required to complete Level 1 and Level 3 requirements as defined in the CACP Student Manual.

  Students who enroll in Dual Degree programs with other universities and institutions must complete the following CACP requirements:

1. Two years at Newberry: Level 1, three Level 2 papers, and one Level 3 paper.
2. Three years at Newberry: Level 1, three Level 2 papers, and two Level 3 papers.

For additional information, consult the most recent CACP Student Manual

FINE ARTS AND LECTURES REQUIREMENT

All enrolled degree-seeking students must attend an average of three events per semester from the “Fine Arts and Lectures” series in order to qualify for graduation.

Students transferring into Newberry College or who are enrolled in Dual Degree Programs with other colleges or institutions are required to attend an average of three events for each semester of enrollment at Newberry College .

The maximum number of events students are required to attend is 24.

• Students may select from the following program options: .Opening and Honors/Founders Day Convocations
• College Theatre Productions (only one credit for each production)
• .Programs sponsored by the Fine Arts and Lectures Committee, such as Faculty Lecture Series
• Other designated fine arts programs or special lecture presentations as announced, including selected programs at the Newberry Opera House.

Verification of attendance at individual “Fine Arts and Lectures” will be made. Records of attendance will be retained in the Office of the Registrar.

The College will offer a minimum of eight “Fine Arts and Lectures” events each semester.

The responsibility rests with students to see that their programs include all requirements for graduation.

The Faculty Advisors, the Office of Academic Affairs, and the Registrar will assist in every way possible.