OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR

Graduation

Graduation Information


Commencement Dates 

Graduation Cancellation Deadline: July 31, 2025 (5:00pm)

Ceremony Date: August 8, 2025
LocationSteinke Physical Education Center
Ceremony Time: 10:00 am

NOTICE: Only the graduating student will be allowed to lineup in the processional and cross the stage unless arrangements have been made through Student Accessibility Services.  All family and guests must remain in their seats during the ceremony.

Graduation Application Opens: April 1, 2025

Change of Name Deadline: September 3, 2025 (5:00pm)
Graduation Application can be found via Blue and Gold Connection

Graduation Application Deadline: August 20, 2025 (5:00pm)

Graduation Cancellation Deadline: November 26, 2025 (5:00pm)

Ceremony Date: December 12, 2025
LocationTBA
Ceremony Time: TBA

NOTICE: Only the graduating student will be allowed to lineup in the processional and cross the stage unless arrangements have been made through Student Accessibility Services.  All family and guests must remain in their seats during the ceremony.

Graduation Application Opens: October 1, 2025

Change of Name Deadline: January 30, 2026 (5:00pm)
Graduation Application can be found via Blue and Gold Connection

Graduation Application Deadline: January 21, 2026 (5:00pm)

Graduation Cancellation Deadline: April 30, 2026 (5:00pm)

Ceremony Date: May 15, 2026
LocationTBA
Ceremony Time: TBA

NOTICE: Only the graduating student will be allowed to lineup in the processional and cross the stage unless arrangements have been made through Student Accessibility Services.  All family and guests must remain in their seats during the ceremony.

Graduation Application Opens: February 2, 2026

Change of Name Deadline: June 5, 2026 (5:00pm)
Graduation Application can be found via Blue and Gold Connection

Graduation Application Deadline: June 1, 2026 (5:00pm)

Graduation Cancellation Deadline: July 24, 2026 (5:00pm)

Ceremony Date: August 7, 2026
LocationTBA
Ceremony Time: TBA

NOTICE: Only the graduating student will be allowed to lineup in the processional and cross the stage unless arrangements have been made through Student Accessibility Services.  All family and guests must remain in their seats during the ceremony.

Steps for Completion of Graduation


Step 1.  Meet with your Academic Advisor (Undergraduates) or Graduate Coordinator (Graduates/Doctoral).

To ensure your success in meeting graduation requirements, you must meet with your advisor PRIOR to applying for graduation. If you are receiving two degrees from two different colleges, you must meet with both advisors. 

 

Step 2.  Application for Graduation

After meeting with your Senior Advisor/Graduate Coordinator, you may complete the online application for graduation.

Graduation Application Guide

 

Step 3.  Review Information

Review the information on your application regarding commencement.  
  • Need a Name Change? Contact the Office of the Registrar prior to the deadline.
  • Need a Major, Minor, and/or Concentration Change? Contact your Advisor.
  • Need a Diploma Address Update? Make changes via Blue and Gold through JNET.