Institutional Program Requirements
In order to assist students in meeting the seven campus learning objectives adopted by the campus, IU East has established minimum standards and program requirements for all degrees awarded at IU East. Students should familiarize themselves with these degree requirements as soon as possible in order to choose appropriate courses. All degree programs at IU East have the following requirements. In addition students must meet requirements established by each degree program.
Basic Writing Requirement
A grade of C (2.0) or above is necessary in all English composition course required for a degree. Students must take W131 or the equivalent within the first 25 credit hours for which they are enrolled.
Additional Writing Requirement
Students must complete a second writing course with a C (2.0) or better within the first 50 credit hours for which they are enrolled. This course should prepare students for writing research papers and include at least one method of widely-accepted documentation and instruct students in library research skills. For a bachelor's degree, all students must complete a culminating writing experience in their major.
Cumulative GPA Minimum
A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C) is required for all courses taken toward a degree.
Concentration-specific Grades
No course with a grade below 2.0 will be accepted in the field of concentration or in the General Education Core.
Credit Hours to Complete at IU East
For an associate degree a minimum of 15 credit hours must be completed at IU East. Additionally, for the associate degree, at least 9 hours in the concentration must be completed at IU East. For a bachelor's degree a minimum of 30 hours (total) at the 200-level or above, and at least 15 hours in the field of concentration must be completed at IU East.
Restrictions on General Education required courses
In some programs, courses that are used to meet General Education Core requirements may not be applied to meet requirements of the field of concentration. Students should check with their academic advisor for the restrictions in their program.
Requesting Exceptions
Requests to deviate from any of the above requirements must be approved by the student’s advisor, the appropriate school dean, and the Executive Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs (EVCAA). Written documentation of the final decision will be placed in the student’s file. Institutional Degree Requirements Waiver Request forms are available in the Registrar’s Office (WZ 116) or on the web by clicking here. In the event that the student's appeal is disapproved, he/she may appeal that decision to the Admissions and Academic Affairs Committee whose decision will be final.
