Completing Degree Requirements

Awarding of a degree requires completion of all courses and total credits listed as the prescribed curriculum for the specific major and option declared by the student. Any changes in the prescribed curriculum must be made by submission of a Curriculum Variance Form. Unless this is done, awarding of the degree depends upon completion of everything on the curriculum. Variances are discussed between the student and advisor and must be approved by the department and the College.

Curriculum requirements are determined by the catalog year associated with a student's major(s). Though students are generally assigned a catalog year associated with the semester they first enter the College of Agriculture major(s), they may work with their academic advisor to determine if they are eligible for a catalog year change. Changes to a student's catalog year may impact K-State General Education requirements, degree requirements, and progress towards degree completion. Students should work with their academic advisor to identify their assigned catalog year and confirm curriculum requirements.