Transfer of Knox Seminary Credits to Another Institution
written notice of this approval to the Registrar. To have an incomplete grade removed from his or her record, the student is responsible to submit the late work to the instructor on time as required. The instructor will notify the Registrar in writing of the grade change. If the deadline passes without the work being completed, the grade will automatically be changed from the incomplete (I) grade to an F, and written notification of the grade change will be sent to the student and the instructor.
The decision to accept credits earned at Knox is at the discretion of the receiving institution.
Graduation Requirements Academic requirements for graduation are specified in each program under the section “Academic Requirements for Completion.” Although faculty advisors assist students in working through their own curricula, students are responsible to ensure that all of their graduation requirements are met. All course work, including independent studies and ITS courses, must be completed by the last day of final exams. Failure to do so will result in the forfeiture of the privilege of graduation until the following year. Graduating seniors are required to take final exams.
Academic Probation A student whose cumulative GPA falls below the level required for graduation or who fails to pass three-fourths of the credits in one semester may be placed on academic probation. During the probationary semester, the student must receive a semester GPA of 2.5 or higher in order to continue on probation. When the student’s cumulative GPA reaches 2.5 or above, the probationary status will be removed.
Non-academic requirements for graduation include continued compliance with the Student Commitments described on page 15.
Students who fail to achieve a semester GPA at the required level during their next semester of enrollment will be dismissed from the Seminary. Students so dismissed may petition the faculty for consideration of special circumstances.
Students must notify the Registrar in writing of their intent to graduate. They must submit this notification no later than the registration period of the fall semester preceding the desired May graduation date, after they have met with the Registrar to review their degree audit.
Students who are on academic probation may not be eligible for scholarship.
Transcript Requests
All outstanding financial obligations to the Seminary must be satisfied and all borrowed library books must be returned before a student can receive a diploma and have transcripts released.
Student requests for transcripts of coursework at Knox are to be directed to the Registrar’s Office. The fee is $5 for each official transcript. Due to requirements of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, all requests for transcripts must be submitted in writing and must include the student’s original signature. Transcripts are issued only after a student has settled all financial obligations and all borrowed library books are returned to Knox.
Graduating students are expected to attend Commencement exercises. Appropriate academic regalia is supplied by the Seminary at a nominal fee.
Graduation Honors
Transfer to Another Degree Program
Students who have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.55 will be graduated cum laude; a cumulative GPA of 3.75 qualifies the student for magna cum laude honors; and a cumulative GPA of 3.90, with faculty action, qualifies the student for summa cum laude honors. Honors will appear on transcripts and on the student’s diploma.
Students wanting to change their degree program must submit a written request to the Dean of Faculty and a copy to the Registrar, giving reasons for the change and requesting a faculty review and approval of this change. Additional references may be requested. All students considering a change of degree program should consult their faculty advisor for assistance in selecting courses that will satisfy requirements for both degree programs.
Post-Graduation Placement information is available to all interested graduates through the Dean of Student’s Office. Knox graduates should recognize that a seminary diploma does not in itself constitute certification of the abilities for the pastorate or other ministry opportunities. Presbyteries and equivalent authorities determine the candidate’s fitness for ordination or ministry in light of a range of criteria. Additionally, other employers and licensing bodies have standards that may apply.
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