Graduation Checklist 

Graduation Requirements

• Student’s total program must contain a minimum of 60 credit hours for an A.S.A., A.A.S., A.D.N., A.G.S., or A.E.S. degree.
• Cumulative grade point average must not be less than 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
• Degree candidates must present an organized program of study which meets our General Education requirements
• Illinois State Constitution Requirement: DACC degree candidates must meet requirements of U.S. Senate Bill No. 195 (Federal and State Constitution).This may be accomplished by any one of the following methods:
• High School graduate from Illinois school since/including 1960
• Proficiency Test at DACC
• Illinois GED Certificate with scores on Constitution Test
• Credit in American Government (POLI 150)

Stop by the Records Office (Vermilion Hall, 217-443-8797)

• File an “Intent to Graduate”
• Verify your high school transcript or GED is on file at the same time you file your intent
• Provide best known address for future contact
• Order cap and gown for graduation

Stop by the Career Services Center if you are a Career Student (Lincoln Hall, 217-443-8597)

• Learn what services are offered to assist you with career planning or your job search
• Get help with your resume, cover letter, and interview techniques
• Learn about DACC’s system for posting job notices
• Get the date of the upcoming job fair

Stop by the Cashier's Office (Vermilion Hall, 217-443-8592)

• Ask if you owe DACC any money.  Past due balances such as an insignificant (but unpaid) library fine or parking ticket could prevent your transcript from being released

Stop by the Library (Clock Tower Center, 217-443-8739)

• Make sure you don't have any unreturned books or unpaid fines

Stop by the DACC Bookstore (Lincoln Hall, 217-443-8759)

• Ask about dates for book buy-backs -- Selling your books is much easier to do while you are still on campus

Financial Aid Note:

• If you received any educational loans, inform your lender/holder that you have graduated and update your address and phone number (if applicable).

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