A candidate for a certificate is expected to fulfill the requirements specified in each certificate program stated at the time of admission or readmission to the University of Pikeville. The general requirements for the certificate are as follows:
- A minimum of 12 semester hours (at the 100 level or higher) with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00.
- Successful completion of an approved certificate.
- At least 50% of the semester hours required in the certificate must be earned at the University of Pikeville.
- A grade of “C” or better is required in all courses taken to satisfy certificate requirements. Three credit hours of transfer work (with a grade of “C” or better) may be applied toward the requirements of one certificate.
- Students must notify the Registrar’s Office of their intention to earn a certificate.
- Students pursuing only a certificate may incur an application fee, tuition, and possible course fees.
- During the semester of completion, students must apply for the certificate by the deadline date published on the academic calendar.