Data on earned degrees conferred in the United States are presented. The data cover the period July 1, 1976 through June 30, 1977 and were collected from the survey instrument, "Degrees and Other Formal Awards Conferred," from the 12th annual Higher Education General Information Survey. Data on baccalaureate and higher degrees are presented in summary and detailed tables that show the numbers of degrees granted by level of degree, institutional control and level, sex of recipient, state, and discipline division and specialty. Information is presented on the purpose of the survey, the survey organization and methodology, and on trends from 1966-77 to 1976-77. A sample survey form is included. (SW)