5. Degrees and Degree Plans
B.5.01 Compensatory Courses (Including Developmental and Remedial):
Courses designated as compensatory in the Academic Course Guide Manual may not be used to satisfy degree requirements. Such courses may be used as co-requisites or prerequisites for degree courses, as determined by the System.
B.5.02 General Degree Requirements:
Within five (5) years of initial enrollment in credit courses at the colleges of The System, a student may graduate according to the catalog in effect at the time of first enrollment, or any subsequent catalog, provided that the requisite courses are still being offered. If a student fails to complete within five (5) years all requirements of the catalog in effect at the time of initial enrollment, the student shall be required to graduate under a catalog not older than five (5) years. Exception to this requirement may be approved by the Chief Instructional Officer in extenuating circumstances.
B.5.03 Degree Requirements Published:
Requirements for all degree and certificate programs offered by the System shall be reflected in the college catalog, and shall comply with all requirements and regulations of the Coordinating Board, and other required accrediting agencies.
LSCS Policy Manual Section adopted by the Board of Trustees on August 7, 2008