As you begin your final year at UALR, it’s time to prepare for graduation. Before the cap and gown, before the ceremony, before the celebration, comes the paperwork. This information outlines what you must do to apply for graduation. If you have questions that aren’t answered here, contact the Office of Records and Registration at (501) 569-3110.
Application Process
Dates for applying are listed below as well as in
the Academic Calendar. You may also contact your
advisor or the Records and Registration Office.
Graduation Application Deadline Date
| Spring 2005 | February 24, by 5 p.m. |
| Summer 2005 | June 10, by 5 p.m. |
| Fall 2005 | October 7, by 5 p.m. |
How to file for Graduation
| Applications are located in the Office of Records and Registration and all department offices. Follow these steps: |
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Major Degree Plan
All undergraduate degree-seeking candidates must
officially declare a major through the Records and
Registration Office and file a degree plan through
their advisor.
Grade Point Average
Your cumulative grade point average must be at
least 2.00 for an undergraduate student and at least 3.00 for
a graduate student. The requirements may be higher for your
major. Check with your advisor.
Developmental Courses
Developmental courses (i.e., courses beginning
with “0”) do not count towards graduation. You will
need to subtract these course hours from the total
shown by the computer.
Total Hour Requirement
The minimum number of hours required for an
associate’s degree is 62. A bachelor’s degree
requires at least 124. A master’s degree
requirements vary by program. Contact the
appropriate graduate coordinator.