Degrees
Configure degree program definitions.
Overview
Degrees represent credential types awarded upon completion (e.g., Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts). Degrees are combined with majors to form complete programs.
Viewing Degrees
- Navigate to Academic > Degrees
- View list of degree types
- Filter by level (Undergraduate, Graduate)
Creating a Degree
- Click Add Degree
- Complete the form:
| Field | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Code | Short identifier | BS |
| Name | Full name | Bachelor of Science |
| Level | Degree level | Undergraduate, Graduate, etc. |
| Description | Description text | Program overview |
| Total Credits | Minimum credits required | 120 |
| Status | Active/Inactive | Active |
- Click Save
Degree Levels
Common degree levels:
- Certificate - Non-degree credentials
- Associate - 2-year programs
- Baccalaureate - 4-year undergraduate
- Post-Baccalaureate - Post-bachelor's certificates
- Master's - Graduate level
- Doctoral - PhD and professional degrees
Degree Requirements
Attaching Requirements
Link requirement blocks to degrees:
- Open degree
- Go to Requirements tab
- Click Add Requirement Block
- Select or create block:
- General Education requirements
- Degree-level requirements
- Credit minimums
- Set block order/priority
Common Requirements
Typical degree-level requirements:
- Minimum total credits
- Minimum GPA
- Residency requirements
- Upper-level credit minimums
- Writing requirements
Degree + Major Combinations
Students enroll in degree + major combinations:
- BS in Biology
- BA in English
- MS in Computer Science
Valid Combinations
Define which majors can be combined with which degrees:
- Go to Valid Majors tab
- Configure allowed combinations
- Some majors may only be available with specific degrees
Default Requirements
Set default requirement blocks that apply to all students in the degree regardless of major:
- Go to Default Requirements
- Add blocks for:
- General education
- Institutional requirements
- Residency requirements
GPA Requirements
Configure GPA requirements:
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Overall GPA | Minimum cumulative GPA |
| Major GPA | Minimum GPA in major courses |
| Upper-Level GPA | GPA in upper-level courses |
Residency Requirements
Define residency (credits at institution):
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Total Residency | Total credits at institution |
| Upper-Level Residency | Upper-level credits at institution |
| Final Credits | Last X credits at institution |