Using the Academic Progress Report (APR) in Cal Central, confirm completion/enrollment or planned completion of all university, college, major(s) and minor(s) requirements for graduation.

CED Advising uses the APR to verify all degree requirements have been satisfied to approve students for graduation. Students who have not satisfied all requirements in the APR, are not eligible for graduation.

Viewing the APR

To open the APR, follow the following steps.

Step 1: Log into Cal Central (calcentral.berkeley.edu).

Step 2: Click “My Academics.”

Step 3: Scroll down and locate the “Degree Requirements” card.

Step 4: Click “View your Degree Requirements and Progress” under “Academic Progress Report.”

Step 5: Click “Expand All.”

Understanding and Reading the APR

Symbols

The APR uses the following symbols to designate the status of all requirements:

Green circle with check mark = Coursework completed
Yellow diamond = In-progress and future enrollment (including “Incomplete” grades)

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As noted in the APR, the APR INCLUDES “I” Incomplete grades and in-progress coursework. A requirement could say “Satisfied” BUT the student has 12 units in-progress they must successfully complete to satisfy the requirement.

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Satisfied or Not Satisfied

Each section begins by indicating in bold whether the requirement is Satisfied or Not Satisfied. See examples below.

If a requirement is marked as Satisfied, take a look to see if the APR uses an in-progress or future enrollment course as indicated by a yellow diamond in the example below. Be sure you are enrolled in this course for a Letter Grade if that is a requirement.

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Grades

“T” in front of a grade means the course was completed through transfer coursework
“CR” means credit with exam (AP, IB, A-Level)

Saving a PDF of the APR

At the top of the APR, click “View Report as PDF” and save the report for your records and future reference. Take note of the status of any unsatisfied or in-progress requirements. Students are encouraged to continuoulsy monitor their APR as graduation nears.

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If needed, connect with a CED Advisor

If you have any questions or concerns about your APR please read through the FAQs for additional information prior to connecting with CED Advising via drop-in (no appointment required) advising or an advising appointment.

CED Advising does not complete degree checks during weeks 1-3 of each semester due to limited time constraints and high student traffic at the beginning of the semester. If you have questions, it is HIGHLY recommended to meet with an advisor as soon as possible but prior to the first week of classes.

FAQs

There is an error in my APR. I have completed a requirement, but the APR is showing as Unsatisfied. How do I have my APR corrected?

The process of reporting APR errors depends on the requirement. See below.

Requirement

Where/How to Report

University of CA & Berkeley Campus Requirements

Open a CSC case and the Central Evaluation Unit will investigate.

CED College Requirements

CED Major Requirements

CED Minor Requirements

Complete a CED APR Correction Form

or

Connect with a CED Advisor in drop-in advising or an advising appointment.

I am currently completing a course(s) at another university that I need for graduation. When does this course need to be completed in order for me to graduate?
- The last day of the term of enrollment at the transfer institution AND the date of course completion must be on or before:
  - December 31st for fall graduates
  - May 31st for spring graduates
  - August 31st for summer graduates

I am currently completing a course(s) at another university that I need for graduation. Or, I already completed a course at another university that I need for graduation. How do I transfer the course(s) back to Berkeley?

Request an official electronic transcript be sent to busops@berkeley.edu by Friday of the 6th week after the end of the term.

I need to change my expected graduation date (EGT) in Cal Central. How do I do so?

- Meet with a CED Advisor to finalize your graduation plan. If your plan is approved, the advisor can change your EGT in Cal Central.

I am completing a simultaneous degree and or non-CED minor. How do I ensure all my requirements for my non-CED major and or minor are satisfied?

Connect with your non-CED major and college advisor and or minor advisor regarding completion of requirements. The APR is not used by all colleges and departments for graduation purposes.

I currently have an “I (incomplete)” grade for one of my courses I need for graduation. Can I still graduate?

Incompletes must be completed by the stated deadline in Cal Central or by the last day of the graduation term in order to graduate.

What if I get an “I” grade in a course I need for graduation in my final semester? Can I still graduate?

- No, incomplete grades for courses required for graduation must be completed by the last day of the term. You will need to push your EGT to a future semester.

Will I have access to the APR after my degree is conferred?

Once your degree is conferred in Cal Central, you will not have access to the APR. It is highly recommended you save a PDF of your APR for your future records.