• Apply for graduation in Student Self Service using the following Instructions 
• The application fee is $60 per degree, which will be applied to your student account
• You can apply up to three terms in advance
• If you are in a dual program fill out the Dual Degree Form to apply for your second degree

**Please see FAQ if you missed your graduation application deadline

I missed the deadline, what should I do?
Check with your program that you are on track to graduate in the term that you believe you will have completed your requirements.
Submit an Application for Graduation in Student Self-Service for the next available term.
Complete the Change of Graduation Term Form to move your graduation to the desired term.

I need to move my application to a different term. Do I have to apply again and pay $60?
There is no charge to change your graduation term. Fill out the Change of Graduation Term Form.

When will my degree/certificate be awarded? 
Only after all grades have been submitted and degree requirements checked will your degree be awarded.

What is the difference between 'graduation' and 'commencement'? 
Graduation refers to you having your degree awarded.
Commencement is a ceremony to celebrate your achievement.

When will I receive my diploma
Please visit our Diploma page.

I would like to update my address, how do I do this?
Before the last day of the term you can update your address in Student Self-Service. 

My legal name has changed and I want my new legal name on the diploma, what do I do?
Please fill out a Name Change form.

I will graduate in summer can I still have my name in the Commencement Program?
Yes, you need to apply to graduate by the spring graduation deadline.

Commencement Participation Policy

You are welcome and invited to participate in the 2025 Commencement if you meet one of the following conditions:

1. Your degree or certificate was awarded in Summer 2024 (August or September), Fall 2024 (December), or Winter 2025 (March).
2. You will complete your degree or certificate requirements in Spring 2025 (June) have filed an Application for Graduation by the graduation application deadline for Spring term, and have taken all school-specific steps for degree or certificate completion (dissertation defense scheduling, exam scheduling, etc.) by the graduation application deadline for Spring term
3. You will complete your degree or certificate requirements in Summer 2025 (August or September).
4. You are enrolled in the Medical Laboratory Science, Emergency Medical Services Management, Paramedic Education, Doctor of Physical Therapy, or Doctor of Pharmacy program, will complete your degree requirements by September 30, 2025, and have filed a graduation application (if required) with the partner school by the appropriate deadline.

Hooding Participation Policy

Participation in the Hooding ceremonies is subject to school- and program-specific policies. Please contact your program for information.