Academic Standing, Transcripts & Graduation

Academic Standing

The student's academic standing is evaluated at the end of each term. 

Good: Successfully completed all professional courses with a term GPA of 2.0 or greater

Probation: Failed one professional course OR term GPA is below 2.0 (2.5 for BSN and BSNB). May not drop a professional course while on probation.

Academically Withdrawn: Does not meet program progression requirements. Failed two or more professional courses.

Please see program-specific progression details for further information.

Advising Transcript

Final grades and academic standing are located on the student’s transcript. The transcript will also have information on any temporary or incomplete grades, and if applicable, deferred final examinations. It is important for students to follow up with their professors regarding their course completion requirements. For assistance, please review How to access Advising Transcript

Grade Point Average

Program GPA

The grade point average includes all graded courses identified to meet program requirements.

Term GPA

This is the grade point average of all graded classes in a term.

Cumulative GPA 

Grade point average of all graded courses for all terms.

Credential

To receive your credential, you must apply to graduate. Students must submit a “Request to Graduate” form to the registrar at any campus. www.senecacollege.ca/registrar/convocation/

Convocation

Seneca convocation ceremonies take place twice per year, in October and June. You will need to apply to graduate. The Convocation link will include a schedule of ceremonies and guest information. There is also information on graduation photos, rings, flowers and frames. www.senecacollege.ca/registrar/convocation/