After completion of all program requirements, Bevill State will award the appropriate degree or certificate to students at the time they become eligible. Advisors are responsible for notifying the Director of Student Services when a student becomes eligible to receive certification. Advisors should also direct students to register for GRA 100 in their final semester. Students receiving an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree will only be awarded one degree based on the student’s program of study at the time of completion. The Associate Degree requires completion of 60-64 semester hours; therefore it is recommended that students follow the appropriate Alabama Transfers guide (https://alabamatransfers.com/) for their program of study. Students pursuing an Associate in Applied Science, certificate, or short-term certificate program should follow the specific course requirements of their program of study. Students must meet the following requirements:
- Earn a 2.0 cumulative grade point average in all courses attempted at the College;
- Meet all program of study requirements for the certificate or degree. These requirements are stated in the appropriate programs of study section for each certificate or degree offered by the College;
- Complete at least 25 percent of the credit hours required for the degree/certificate at Bevill State Community College;
- Complete ORI 107 course.
In order to receive a printed diploma and/or participate in the annual commencement program, students must also meet the following additional requirements:
- Complete an Application for Diploma and register for GRA 100 during their last term of enrollment;
- Remove all admissions and probation conditions;
- Clear all financial obligations to the College;
- Meet all program requirements outlined in the appropriate Catalog.
- Students who are eligible and complete the required steps for graduation during the current processing term of their graduation date will receive the digital and printed diploma at no charge.
- Any student (current or former) who requests a diploma after the processing term of their graduation date will complete the Diploma Request through Parchment and will be charged a fee of $25.
Certificates/degrees are awarded at the end of each semester after all end of term processing is complete.
NOTE: Students may receive a short-term certificate, certificate, and degree in the same program of study. For each additional program of study diploma, students will be charged $25.00. There is an additional cost for cap, gown, Associate Degree hood, and honor cords.