Your graduation requirements are based on the catalog year in which you were admitted to ISU. This is usually based upon the date you began taking classes at Illinois State University and your status when you were admitted to the University.

For a student who attends at least one term of each academic year, graduation requirements are specified in the Undergraduate Catalog for the year of entry to the University. If attendance is not continuous, a student must meet the requirements specified in the Undergraduate Catalog in effect when he or she reenters the University.

If such a student continues in the curriculum chosen originally, the hours earned in meeting the requirements of the original program may apply to the hour requirement of a revised program.

In all instances, the University may adjust graduation requirements to ensure that each graduate of a teacher preparation curriculum meets the course requirements for an Illinois Teaching Certificate.

A student who transfers from an Illinois public community college to this university may choose to meet graduation requirements specified in the Illinois State University Undergraduate Catalog in effect at the time the student entered the community college if

1. Attendance was not interrupted (not including summer terms), and
2. Transfer to Illinois State occurred within nine months of attendance at the community college.

Since University programs are constantly evaluated and improved, a student may graduate under new requirements published while he or she is in attendance at the University. A student who changes to new Undergraduate Catalog requirements, however, must meet all the requirements including General Education and graduation requirements, in that catalog.

If the above information does not allow you to determine the catalog that applies to you, talk to one of the College of Business Advisors who will assist you. It is also a good idea to verify which catalog applies to you during one of your first advising sessions to insure you understand your requirements.

Remember, it is your responsibility to complete the correct program of study for YOUR catalog year.