Below are the answers to the questions most commonly asked about the difference between a dual baccalaureate degree and a double major:
The number of credits: 150 for a dual baccalaureate degree; 120 for a double major.
Yes, the only difference is the number of credits.
She or he files a "Dual Baccalaureate Degree Application" form in the assistant dean's office of the college of his/her dual degree.
Two, one for each degree: i.e., Political Science (B.A.) and Computer Science (B.S.)
Yes, if both degrees are B.A.s., i.e., Political Science (B.A.) and Criminology (B.A.).
The major which he or she declares as the primary major. For example, a student is double majoring in Political Science (B.A.) and Computer Science (B.S.), and declares Political Science as his/her primary major. She or he will then earn a B.A. from IUP, and will need to earn 120 credits (and, of course, meet all requirements for both majors).
The student files a "Double Major Application" form in the assistant dean's office of the college of his/her double major.
Because of the complexity of his/her records, this student should not apply on line. He or she completes two graduation applications with the assistant dean's office of each degree; i.e., one with the assistant dean of the College of Humanities (Political Science) and one with the assistant dean of the College of Natural Sciences and Math (Computer Science).
He or she can apply on line, or can complete one graduation application with the assistant dean of the college of his/her primary major.
We see this fairly often. The student would be eligible to graduate with a dual baccalaureate degree and receive two diplomas. Prior to graduation, the student will need to apply for the dual baccalaureate degree as explained in both questions 3 and 9 above.