Honors Definition
Academic Honors
Each quarter, Rasmussen University recognizes outstanding academic achievement by awarding certificates of achievement. Enrolled, degree-seeking students who earn a quarterly grade point average of 3.25 - 3.749 will receive an Honor Roll certificate. Enrolled, degree-seeking students who earn a quarterly grade point average of 3.75 - 4.00 will receive a Dean's List certificate.
Graduation Honors
Rasmussen University recognizes outstanding academic achievement by awarding honors to graduates who meet minimum qualifications. Graduation honors will be noted on the diploma and transcripts of students, and they will receive gold cords for the graduation ceremony as a symbol of this achievement.
Certificate, Diploma, and Associate's Degree Honors
Students who complete all graduation requirements and earn a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 or higher will graduate with honors.
Bachelor's Degree Honors
Students who complete all graduation requirements and earn a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 or higher will graduate with one of the following honors:
- Cum Laude: Bachelor's students who earn a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 - 3.669
- Magna Cum Laude: Bachelor's students who earn a cumulative grade point average of 3.67 - 3.749
- Summa Cum Laude: Bachelor's students who earn a cumulative grade point average of 3.75 - 4.00
Master's and Doctoral Degree Honors
Students who complete all graduation requirements and meet the following requirements will graduate "with Distinction":
- GPA requirement 3.85 or higher for courses completed at the graduate level (5000 and above)