While not able to grant bachelor's degrees, the college was able to issue diplomas which gave the recipients the right to "letters" after their name.
USNY also has the power to directly issue (as opposed to through some other institution) diplomas, certificates, and degrees.
The 'non-university' institutions originally issued only trade/technical certificates, diplomas and professional Bachelor's degrees.
As might be expected rogue institutions issued certificates and diplomas "for a price".
New York used to issue different diplomas for students at different levels.
It is the only Orthodox institution in Russia that is accredited to issue generally accepted diplomas.
The combination of schools took the name 'Gymnasium Bernrode' and in 1961 received permission to issue official diplomas.
What shyster mill issued diplomas to the Righthaven guys?
An alternative policy has been suggested in response to the enormous number of underprepared students being issued diplomas.
It issues official diplomas for strong players and organizes tournaments for professionals.