Graduation & Transfer

Graduation

Associate Degree programs in Arts and Sciences

Associate Degree programs in a Specialized Discipline

Transfer

Transferring General Education in the State of Idaho Chart

Transferring General Education to BYU Chart

GRADUATION

The Associate Degree in Arts and Sciences
This degree is designed especially for those who plan to transfer to another college or university.

Ricks College offers two options for students who wish to graduate with an Associate Degree in Arts and Sciences.
1. A Declared Major: In this track students must complete all 39-42 hours of General Education as well as follow the guidelines listed under the academic departments of choice.
2. No Declared Major: In this track students must fulfill all 39-42 hours of General Education listed and then complete 25 additional hours from electives of their choice for a total of 64 hours.

By completing most or all of the General Education requirements during the first two years, students can explore different areas of study, select a tentative major while at Ricks, and then concentrate more heavily on major and minor requirements during the junior and senior years.

The following is a list of Associate Degree programs in Arts and Sciences:
Accounting
Agricultural Systems Technology
Agriculture Finance and Appraisal
Agronomy, Crop and Soil Science
Animal Science
Apparel Studies
Biology Education
Botany
Broadcasting
Business Management
Chemistry
Communicative Disorders
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Criminal Justice/Corrections
Criminal Justice/Courts
Criminal Justice Law Enforcement
Dance
Dietetic Technician
Ecology and Wildlife Management
Economics
Elementary Education
English
Environmental Science--Natural Science
Environmental Science--Social Science
Environmental, Soil, Water Resource Management
Family Science
Fine Arts
Food and Nutrition
Dietetics
French
General Business
General Home Economics
General Horticulture
General Studies
Geography
Geology
German
Graphic Design/Illustration
Health Science, General
History
Home Economics Education
Humanities
International Studies
Interpersonal Communication
Journalism
Marine Biology
Mathematics
Medical Laboratory Technology
Men's Physical Education
Microbiology
Music--Professional
Music--Business
Music--Liberal Arts
Nursing
Office Education
Paramedicine
Photography
Physics
Political Science
Pre-Architecture
Pre-Dental Hygiene
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Forestry and Pre-Range Science
Pre-Interior Design
Pre-Law
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Nursing
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physicians Assistant
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Radiography
Pre-Teacher Education
Pre-Veterinary Science
Psychology
Recreation Education
Russian
Social Work
Sociology
Spanish
Sports Medicine
Technical Theatre
Technology Education
Theatre Arts
Women's Physical Education
Zoology

Associate Degree in a Specialized Discipline
This degree offers students the opportunity for considerable specialization in a major field of study along with a carefully selected curriculum of General Education. Those who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university after graduating from Ricks in one of these programs may need to complete certain General Education requirements at the transfer institution.

The following is a list of the specialized two-year programs offered at Ricks College:
Accounting
Agricultural Engineering
Agriculture Machinery Management
Architectural Drafting Technology
Architectural Engineering
Automotive Industrial Education
Automotive Repair Business Mgmt
Automotive Technology
Beef Production Management
Carpentry and Building
Chemical Engineering
Chemistry
Civil Engineering
Computer Systems Technology
Culinary Arts
Design and Drafting Engineering Technology
Electrical Engineering
Electronics Engineering Technology
Engineering, General
Environmental Science--Engineering
Farm Crops Management
Fashion Design and Production
Floral Design Management
Interior Design (3 years)
Landscape Hort Management
Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Music Therapy
Office Education
Paramedicine
Piano Pedagogy
Professional Preschool Education
Small Business/Retail Management
Welding Engineering Technology
Welding Technology

In addition, Ricks offers the following one-year programs. These programs are designed primarily for students who do not plan to graduate from Ricks or to transfer to other colleges, but who desire specific training in selected skills or disciplines:

One-Year Certificate
Agronomy and Agriculture Mechanization
Office Education
Paramedic Certificate
Piano Pedagogy

Application for Graduation
Students desiring to graduate must officially apply. Those applying for the Associate Degree should do so at the beginning of their sophomore year. Application forms may be obtained at the Registrar's Office. A one-time non-refundable $8 graduation fee will be assessed. For specific deadlines, refer to the Calendar of Events. Students who apply after the deadline will be considered candidates for the next commencement program. The Registrar's Office will notify students and their advisors in writing of any General Education deficiencies. For those who do not graduate on the date shown on the application, the evaluation will be held for future graduation.

Attendance at Commencement
Commencement exercises are held in April and May/June. All candidates are expected to attend commencement and convocation exercises. Those students who do not attend convocation must claim a diploma cover from the Registrar's Office before leaving campus. Diploma’s will be mailed to graduates only after all requirements have been completed and final grades posted.

Graduation Honors
1. Honors
Students who graduate in the top 10% of their graduating class will be graduated with honors.
2. High Honors
Students who graduate in the top 5% of their class will be graduated with high honors.
3. Highest Honors
Students who graduate in the top 1% of their class will be graduated with highest honors.

All honors are based on the cumulative GPA completed at the end of the semester prior to the graduation ceremony. No adjustments will be made for grades posted following the graduation ceremony.

Financial Holds
Candidates who have outstanding debts to any department or office will not receive their diploma until all amounts are paid.

Graduation Options
Students at Ricks may pursue an Associate Degree in Arts and Sciences, an Associate Degree in a specialized discipline or a One-year Certificate.

Residence Requirement
At least 12 credit hours in residence at Ricks College are required for an AAS degree.

Grade Point Average Requirement
All graduates must achieve and maintain a 2.0 ("C") grade point average.

Credit Requirement
All candidates for the Associate Degree must complete a minimum of 64 earned semester credits. Credit requirements for the One- or Two-Year Certificates may be fewer than 64. Refer to the catalog description for individual requirements.

I. Basic Skills Requirement (min) 11
II. Arts & Letters Requirement 6
III. Nat. Sciences Requirement (min) 8
IV. Social Sciences Requirement 6
V. Religion Requirement 8
Total 39-42
Major Requirements or Electives 22-25

TRANSFER

The majority of our students transfer to schools throughout Utah and Idaho and much effort has been made to establish transfer agreements which aid our students in transferring . As you plan your schedule, consult your transfer school's catalog. Your academic advisor will also prove to be helpful, along with the faculty who teach in your major. By utilizing these resources you can minimize many of the frustrations you may encounter.

The following information is prepared to help you transfer your General Education to different schools. Keep in mind it does not take into account specific major requirements.

Often you can fill major requirements and General Education at the same time. Your advisor will be able to help you determine when this is possible.

Idaho
In addition to the Associate In Arts and Sciences degree, universities and colleges in Idaho will require students to complete an additional course in communications (Comm 102, 220) and Math 103 or higher. Students not planning to graduate should follow the chart--Idaho State Core.

Transferring To Schools In Utah
The following Utah Universities will accept your Associate in Arts and Sciences degree as fulfilling their General Education requirement:

Brigham Young University (additional classes are required, see chart)
Southern Utah University
University of Utah (U of U. requires English 211, Math 110 or Higher and American Heritage 100)
Utah State University
Weber State University
Utah Valley State College

If you are not planning to graduate from Ricks: Visit the Career Advising Center (ADM 200) where you will find an updated articulation guide. You will be able to match our GeneralEducation with your transfer school’s General Education program.

Transferring To Schools Outside of Utah and Idaho
Ricks students transfer to colleges and universities throughout the United States. Because of this, it is virtually impossible to establish articulation agreements with every school to which our students transfer.

In order to make a smooth transition from Ricks to your transfer school, you should do the following:
1. Contact your transfer school and obtain any tips that will aid you in planning your schedule while at Ricks.
2. Obtain catalogs from any schools to which you think you might transfer.
3. Keep in touch with your transfer school the whole time you are at Ricks.
4. Meet with your Ricks’ academic advisor to find the best possible transfer curriculum.

TRANSFERRING GENERAL EDUCATION IN THE STATE OF IDAHO CHART

As students complete the requirements of the Associate In Arts and Sciences degree they must also satisfy the Idaho State Core in order to be granted junior standing upon transfer to a four-year public institution in Idaho. Students must have Communications 102 or 220 and Math 103 or higher in the Basic Skills area of the Ricks General Education program . Students must have the Registrar’s office certify they have completed the requirements which make up the State Core (see chart below) by having their transcript stamped “Core Certified”. Students assume full responsibility for making sure the courses they select at Ricks will in fact complete the established Idaho State General Education Core. IMPORTANT NOTE: Because of constantly changing requirements contact your transfer school of choice for specific details.

TRANSFERRING GENERAL EDUCATION TO BYU CHART

Students graduating from Ricks with an Associate in Arts and Science degree will find the lower division General Education Courses at BYU waived with minor exceptions. To graduate from BYU, students must fill BYU’s Advanced Writing and Foreign Language or Mathematic requirements and also the University requirements which are listed below and matched with Ricks College courses.

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