University of Louisiana at Lafayette Parent Guide

Academic Honors & Awards

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Semester Honors

Students who do exceptionally well in their studies at UL Lafayette receive special recognition. At the end of each regular semester, students will receive notification of Semester Honors for the following two areas:

  • Dean’s List: Semester GPA of 3.5
  • President’s List: Semester GPA of 3.8

Honors Convocation

The special event held each spring recognizes sophomores, juniors and seniors who have maintained a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.20 on all college work pursued.

Honors at Graduation

To earn a degree with honors, students must demonstrate exceptional scholarship. Students can receive three different levels of Honors at Graduation:

  • Summa Cum Laude: 3.9 cumulative GPA
  • Magna Cum Laude: 3.7 cumulative GPA
  • Cum Laude: 3.5 cumulative GPA

Students who complete certain extra requirements through the University Honors Program will be eligible to receive an Honors Baccalaureate Degree. 

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