Graduation and Commencement

How to apply for graduation

·          Applications for graduation are now completed online through your student center.  Graduation Application Information

·          Your graduation application must be submitted to Cougar Central by the deadline listed below. The hours of operation of Cougar Central are listed on their website.

·          Contact your department or program advisor for any special requirements for the graduation application process

·           If you apply for graduation but then do not finish that term, you will need to submit two forms: (1) a Graduation Cancellation Form, and (2) a new graduation application. The Graduation Cancellation Form can be obtained from Cougar Central.

When to apply for graduation

Master's degree candidates should file for graduation in accordance with the following schedule:

·          For graduation at the end of the Fall Semester:         November 15

·          For graduation at the end of the Spring Semester:        March 15

·          For graduation at the end of the Summer Term:            March 15

Note:   If the above dates should fall on a weekend or holiday, the deadline will be at the close of business on the previous working day.

Commencement information