School of Architecture: Academic Policies
2008-2009 Academic Year
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undertaken within Tulane Universityincluding the approved programs described
under Special Academic Opportunitiesmay be applied toward the requirements
for a degree in the School. Work undertaken at another institution during a leave
of absence is not considered for credit unless prior written approval has been
obtained from the Associate Dean and the student earns a grade of C or better.
COMMENCEMENT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
A candidate for graduation must complete the total number of credits and all
courses required for his or her program of study, must have a cumulative grade
point average in all academic courses of at least 2.0 for the Master of Architecture
(five year program), and 3.0 for the Master of Architecture I (three and a half year
program) and must receive certification for graduation by the faculty of the
School of Architecture.
Students must complete a minimum of two years (66 credits) including the final
year (30 credits) of their total degree requirements in residence at Tulane in the
School of Architecture.
A student expecting to receive a degree in May must register as a candidate for
graduation in Newcomb-Tulane College's Center for Academic Advising in the
previous semester. The commencement ceremony is held only May. Unless
excused by the Associate Dean, candidates are required to attend commencement.
Requests for an excused absence must be submitted in writing at least two weeks
prior to the ceremony.