Apply for Graduation

In the last semester of courses required to complete their major, students should complete the Graduation Application Process.

Download a Graduation Checklist and follow the steps below:

Complete the Application for Graduation form to petition for a degree, diploma or certificate by the required dates. Students who have completed the requirements for their major will be awarded their certificate, diploma, or degree upon completion of their courses but will not participate in the ceremony unless a graduation application has been submitted by the established deadline.

Application Deadlines

Fall 2017 Graduates

October 6, 2017

Spring 2018 Graduates

March 2, 2018

Summer 2018 Graduates

June 15, 2018
Purchase a cap and gown from the bookstore, if you plan to participate in the ceremony.
Attend the appropriate graduation ceremony:

Graduation Ceremonies
Fall 2017 Graduates	December 12, 2017
Spring 2018 Graduates	May 3, 2018
Summer 2018 Graduates	August 2, 2018
Information regarding graduation ceremonies will be mailed or can be found here.

Certificates will be issued in the Student Records Office on or after the following dates:

Degree / Diploma / Certificate Pickup Dates
Fall 2017 Graduates	January 25, 2018
Spring 2018 Graduates	June 7, 2018
Summer 2018 Graduates	September 13, 2018