Graduation Recognition

At graduation each year, recognition is given to each student who has maintained a high academic cumulative grade point average.  Recognition is given as Cum Laude (3.00-3.49 GPA), Magna Cum Laude (3.50-3.74 GPA), and Summa Cum Laude (3.75-4.00 GPA).

Adopted by Board of Trustees 1/13/93, reviewed 9/14/05, 9/17/14, 3/9/23

Honors - President’s and Dean’s Lists (Policy 3.30)

President's List  

The President’s List is compiled each semester for full and part-time students completing six or more credit hours and earning a minimum semester GPA of 4.0.  Credits for courses with grades of W, I, IP, CR, NC or other grades not computed in the GPA are not used to determine full or part-time status. 

Dean's List

The Dean's List is compiled each semester for full- and part-time students completing six or more credit hours and earning a minimum semester GPA of 3.5 to 3.99. Credits for courses with grades of W, I, IP, CR, NC or other grades not computed in the GPA are not used to determine full or part-time status.

Adopted by Board of Trustees 2/13/91, revised 5/12/93, revised 9/14/05, reviewed 9/17/14, revised 3/9/23

President’s Award

Each year at graduation, recognition is given to a graduate receiving an Associate Degree who has maintained a 3.75 GPA or better, has earned a minimum of 45 credit hours at Glen, and who has been nominated for outstanding achievement in class.

John Ward Faculty Scholarship

The college faculty may recognize a student who has demonstrated excellence in departmental work and interest in a specific field of study, and who has maintained a 3.3 CGPA over 24 continuous credit hours of study (8 hours if enrolled in a certificate program.

Faculty Recognition of Student Achievement

Full-time and annual faculty members nominate students based on outstanding achievement in class.

Business Department Award

Business students, both full-time and part-time, who display high academic standards, excellence in the classroom, and who express a desire to work in the business world (or are presently working in business) are eligible to receive this award.

Fine Arts Studio Award

Students who exhibit outstanding talent in art, music, or drama are honored by this award.

Athletic Awards

Student athletes who achieve academic qualifications set forth by the Michigan Community College Athletic Association receive academic awards.

Glen Oaks Community College Foundation Scholarships

The Glen Oaks Community College Foundation administers a number of scholarships for sponsors, companies, organizations and the Foundation itself.  Scholarships vary in amount and focus.  Details and application materials can be found in the Foundation section of the College’s website.