The graduation application deadline for all undergraduates across the university is the 10th Friday of each semester. Please note there are no applications accepted after the deadline. Students who apply to graduate after the 10th Friday will be required to graduate the following semester.
It is the responsibility of senior students to confirm that they have:
1. Cumulative Point Hour Ratio (CPHR) of 2.50 or better in the required courses in the HWIH major and cumulative point hour ratio of 2.00 in the university.
2. Completed the minimum number of 120 credit hours (excluding remedial course work) necessary for graduation and have met all credit distribution requirements (electives, General Education courses, etc.). Credit for required courses which were repeated due to an unsatisfactory grade in the first attempt will only be counted toward graduation upon satisfactory completion. The first attempt credit will not count toward graduation but will be calculated in the CPHR unless the Grade Forgiveness Rule or the Fresh Start Rule is applied.
3. Met the specific course requirements as identified for obtaining the Bachelor of Science in Health and Wellness Innovation in Healthcare degree. Students can access their Degree Audit Report at www.buckeyelink.osu.edu. Scroll down to ‘Enrollment and Academic History’ and select ‘Degree Audit.’
Standards for Latin Honors at Graduation*
Faculty Rule 3335-9-33 states: Degrees cum laude, magna cum laude, and summa cum laude may be granted for exceptional achievement in the curriculum of each enrollment unit for students who have completed 60 semester credit hours at The Ohio State University and have achieved the following cumulative point hour ratio.
Summa Cum Laude:
4.00 – 3.90
Magna Cum Laude:
3.89 – 3.70
Cum Laude:
3.69 – 3.50
APPLICATION TO GRADUATE INFORMATION
The graduation application deadline for all undergraduates across the university is the 10th Friday of each semester. Please note there are no applications accepted after the deadline. Students who apply to graduate after the 10th Friday will be required to graduate the following semester. Apply online here.
By submitting an application, you will:
• Inform us of the semester you intend to graduate;
• Receive an email acknowledging receipt of your “Application to Graduate-HWIH” and a reminder to review your Degree Audit Report at http://buckeyelink.osu.edu
• Receive priority scheduling during your final semester
• Receive information on graduation during your final semester
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF NURSING COMMENCEMENT WEEKEND INFORMATION
There are two separate ceremonies for graduates of the College of Nursing every spring semester during graduation weekend.
The College of Nursing Convocation Ceremony
The College of Nursing hosts the Convocation Ceremony prior to spring semester commencement. Convocation is a very special ceremony for all graduates, their friends and families. You, as the graduate, are being celebrated by the faculty and staff of the College of Nursing. This is the time that awards and honors from the college are presented to the recipients. All graduates are expected to wear their caps and gowns. Detailed information will be distributed through OSU e-mail during the early part of spring semester.
The Ohio State University Spring Commencement Ceremony
The Ohio State University Commencement Ceremony is for the entire university and it is when all graduates receive their diplomas. All graduates are expected to wear their caps and gowns. The ceremony is held in The Ohio Stadium on Sunday. For more information about the commencement ceremony please visit the following website midway through spring semester: http://commencement.osu.edu.