OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR

Graduation

Graduation Information


Commencement Dates 

Graduation Cancellation Deadline: November 27, 2024 (5:00pm)

Ceremony Date: December 13, 2024
LocationSteinke Physical Education Center
Ceremony Time
10:00 a.m.
Arts and Sciences
Education and Human Performance
2:00 p.m.
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Business Administration
Engineering

 

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, 2024

Change of Name Deadline: January 30, 2025 (5:00pm)
Graduation Application can be found via Blue and Gold Connection

Graduation Application Deadline: January 22, 2025 (5:00pm)

Graduation Cancellation Deadline: April 30, 2025 (5:00pm)

Ceremony Date: May 16, 2025
LocationTBA
Ceremony TimeTBA

 

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 3, 2025

Change of Name Deadline: June 13, 2025 (5:00pm)
Graduation Application can be found via Blue and Gold Connection

Graduation Application Deadline: May 30, 2025 (5:00pm)

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

Ceremony Date: August 8, 2025
LocationTBA
Ceremony TimeTBA

 

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.