Graduation

Graduation Requirements

  • To graduate with a degree, a student must:
    • Earn the required number of term credits in a specific degree program or the equivalency thereof, of which at least 50% of all required credits must be earned at P.I.T.
    • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
    • Complete the approved curriculum satisfactorily.
    • The Program Director or Director of Academic Programs conducts an audit to ensure that a candidate has met all requirements for the degree.
    • A student planning to graduate in a specific term should:
    • Pay a $100 Graduation Fee to the Business Office.
    • Submit a Petition to Graduate form to the ARO no later than two (2) months prior to the proposed graduation date.
    • Order regalia (cap and gown) from the P.I.T. authorized vendor using the link provided to potential graduates during the application process.

    Graduation with Honors

    • P.I.T. hosts the graduate commencement ceremonies during the spring and fall terms.
    • Graduates who are Phi Theta Kappa members in good standing are permitted to wear the Phi Theta Kappa honors stole and cords.
      • Summa cum laude (with highest honor): 3.90 to 4.0
      • Magna cum laude (with high honor): 3.70 to 3.89
      • Cum laude (with honor): 3.50 to 3.69

    Commencement Ceremony Participation

    • Students who complete requirements during the term following commencement will be allowed to participate in commencement with their class if they:
      • Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
      • Have no more than two (2) outstanding courses (6 credits) to complete their degree, as confirmed by the Registrar.
      • Are registered for or actively attending the outstanding course(s).
      • Submit a Petition to Graduate form to the ARO.
      • Pay a Graduation Fee to the Business Office.

      Distribution of Certificates and Diplomas

      • The Academic Records Office (ARO) issues certificates and diplomas, after degree audits, to students who have completed all and have filed an application for graduation.
      • Degree evaluations are completed at the end of each term after grades have been recorded.
      • Students who have successfully completed the requirements for a degree or certificate will be notified by the ARO that it is ready for pickup.
      • Certificates and diplomas are printed every month, typically, during the third week.
      • Students must satisfy all outstanding financial obligations to P.I.T., before certificates/diplomas can be distributed.