Students majoring in Atmospheric Sciences can earn distinction, high distinction, and highest distinction upon graduation. The requirements for these awards are:

• For Distinction: A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.20, and completing three Atmospheric Sciences Elective Courses.
• For High Distinction: A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.40, and completing four Atmospheric Sciences Elective Courses.
• For Highest Distinction: A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.60, and completing five Atmospheric Sciences Elective Courses.