• Instructions for using Application for Graduation Form:
  • Download Application for Graduation form to home computer.  Request Form
  • Thoroughly complete Form
  • Mail it to:  Bay de Noc Community College, Attn:  Records Office, 2001 North Lincoln Road, Escanaba, MI 49829 or
  • Fax Form to:  906/786-8515

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

1. A student must attain a 2.00 grade point average to be eligible for graduation.

2. A student must complete all degree or certificate requirements.

3. To be eligible for a second degree, a student must complete 15 additional credit hours beyond the first degree, as well as the degree requirements.

4. Any student, who wishes to complete two majors or one certificate and one degree, is required to change his/her respective major/degree codes after completing the first certificate or degree.

5. Any student who drops out of school prior to earning her/his degree or certificate and does not return to Bay for more than a year, is required to complete the degree requirements as listed in the current catalog.

6. Students changing majors are required to complete the degree requirements as listed in the current catalog or addendum.

7. Certificates and/or Diplomas are mailed directly to the graduate.

Grauduation (commencement) ceremonies for students completing certificate programs or associate degrees are held once a year on Saturday at the end of the winter semester. Participation in the graduation ceremonies is strongly encouraged, but not required. Candidates for graduation will receive information on commencement.

One semester before you anticipate completing the requirements for your degree or certificate program, fill out an Application for Graduation. A formal audit of the student’s transcript will be performed by the Vice President for Student Services. Students will be informed in writing if all requirements have been met for graduation or if there are additional courses that must be completed. This form is available in the Records Office and at the receptionist’s desk in the Student Center on the Escanaba campus and at the West Campus in Iron Mountain. Form is available on website at www.baycollege.edu.