Application and Graduation Timeline:

• Undergraduate Students: Must apply for graduation before their final year using the link provided on their MyHive account during the spring of their junior year.
• Graduate Students: Required to complete the Application to Graduate form on MyHive if planning to graduate in the upcoming academic year. The Office of Graduate Success will then perform the degree audit, ensuring its inclusion in the commencement program and disseminating relevant graduation information.
  • Ensure all prior educational credits and experiences are evaluated for credit towards your degree, involving the Office of Graduate Success for necessary approvals.

Review and Submission Requirements:

• Consult your Graduation Progress Report (GPR), address any discrepancies with your academic advisor, and ensure all deficiencies are resolved.
• Required submissions to the Registrar’s Office include minor certification forms and approved course substitution/waiver forms.

Commencement Participation:

• All candidates, including January and August graduates, are encouraged to participate in the May commencement ceremonies.
• Eligibility for May participation for those with pending credits: up to 45 semester hours remaining at the fall start or 27 hours at the spring start.

Bachelor’s Degree Graduation Requirements:

• Complete at least 124 semester hours, including at least 48 hours at Lynchburg. Course restrictions apply (e.g., internships, movement science, music lessons).
• Satisfy all Lynchburg General Education and specific major requirements.
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.00 both overall and in the major.
• Comply with all university standards from enrollment through graduation.

Out-of-Residence Graduation:

If completing the final semester elsewhere, secure approval via the associate dean’s Request for Permission to Graduate Out-of-Residence form.

Second Bachelor’s Degree Requirements:

• For holders of a degree from an accredited institution, complete at least 30 additional residency hours at Lynchburg.
• Meet all major requirements; general education credits may be noted as waived on your academic record.