Academic Recognition (Graduate Dean's)

Citation for Excellence

The Graduate Dean's Citation for Excellence is awarded each semester to students nominated by their school in recognition of superior achievement in their graduate studies. Each school may recommend graduate students completing their programs during a specific term (fall, spring or summer) provided they meet these minimum criteria:

a cumulative graduate grade point average of at least 3.75, and documented evidence of superior accomplishment while a graduate student at UNC.

The nomination should be supported by:

written recommendations from graduate faculty of the academic program outlining the student's accomplishments and/or,
special recognition by an agency or organization (outside UNC) for scholarly accomplishment, academic achievement or contributions to society, and a student resume or vita.

Awardees are reviewed by the Executive Committee of the Graduate Council. Their recommendations for awards are forwarded to the Graduate Dean for final selection. The total number of awards will not exceed 3% of the graduating class.