MacEwan University has institutional graduation regulations for all Ministry-approved programs which are established in the Graduation Procedure and the university's Academic Calendar. Each student must fulfill all of the following regulations in order to be eligible to graduate with a MacEwan University credential.

Academic Residency

A student must complete at least 50 per cent of courses through MacEwan University. Challenge examinations, transfer credit and other special assessments (for example, prior learning assessment and recognition) are not included in the 50 per cent. Approved exemptions are noted in the program section.

Attendance

A student must comply with any course or program attendance and punctuality requirements as noted in degree or program regulations, course outlines or program handbooks. In addition, sponsored students may have special attendance requirements.

Graduation Grade Point Average

A minimum Graduation Grade Point Average (GGPA) of 2.00 on the 4.00 scale is required. For an Honours major, a minimum GGPA of 3.00 on the 4.00 scale is required. 

Graduation with Distinction

Students with a GGPA of 3.70 or higher shall receive a credential “with Distinction.” A notation will be made on the student’s transcript.

Minimum Course Grade

The minimum passing grade for a course at MacEwan University is a D unless otherwise noted. Some programs may require the achievement of a specific grade in a course for graduation purposes. For specific course grade requirements, refer to your program of study.

Minimum Transfer Grade

A minimum course transfer grade of D is required except when a higher grade is specified as a program requirement for graduation – see “Minimum Course Grade” in the program of study. More information is available in the Inter-Institutional Transferability Policy.

Non-duplicative Coursework

Each course completed for credit or for which transfer credit is granted may be used only once towards fulfilling any program requirement. 

Program Time Limit

The period of time permitted for completion of program requirements varies by credential as follows:

1. Certificates – 4 years
2. Post-Diploma Certificates – 3 years
3. Post-Basic Certificates – 3 years
4. Diplomas – 7 years
5. Applied Degrees of two-year duration – 6 years
6. Applied Degrees of four-year duration – 10 years
7. Baccalaureate Degrees – 10 years

Approved exemptions are noted in the program section.

Program time limits are calculated from the first day of the Student's Admit Term for any given program. Program time limits are not adjusted with major or minor declarations.

Required English Course

A student in a Ministry-approved program shall take an English course as specified in the program of study, in accordance with the Required English Course Policy.

Policies 

A comprehensive listing of all university policies may be found on the University’s website.

As a student, it is your responsibility to know and understand the university policies that apply to you. If you have questions about a policy, contact your program or the Office of the University Registrar.