2.7.1 Program Length

Core Requirement:  The institution offers one or more degree programs based on at least 60 semester credit hours or the equivalent at the associate level; at least 120 semester credit hours or the equivalent at the baccalaureate level; or at least 30 semester credit hours or the equivalent at the post-baccalaureate, graduate, or professional level.  If an institution uses a unit other than semester credit hours, it provides an explanation for the equivalency.  The institution also provides a justification for all degrees that include fewer than the required number of semester credit hours or its equivalent unit.

X Compliance
    Partial Compliance
    Non-Compliance

Narrative:

Georgia State University offers 54 undergraduate programs (majors), 106 programs at the Master’s level, and 29 at the doctoral level; the Juris Doctor (J.D.); nine Education Specialist degrees; three undergraduate certificates; and 16 graduate certificates. [1] The State of Georgia Board of Regents requires that all baccalaureate degrees must require a minimum of 120 semester credit hours. [2]  Degree requirements for each undergraduate program, none less than 120 hours, are presented in the Undergraduate Catalog. (See Undergraduate Catalog, Sections 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000, and 7000.)

All post-baccalaureate, graduate, or professional degree programs at Georgia State University require at least 30 semester credit hours, and many programs require more. [3]  Degree requirements for each program are presented in the Graduate Catalog.  (See Graduate Catalog, Sections 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000, 6000, and 7000.)

Supporting Documentation:

  1. Georgia State University degrees and progams
  2. Board of Regents, Undergraduate Degree Requirements
  3. University Senate, Graduate Program Policies