Preparing to Graduate

The College Office of Graduate Affairs is responsible for collecting graduation materials and verifying degrees for all College of Liberal Arts and Sciences graduate students. Let us know when you plan to graduate and check off the first graduation requirement by submitting your “Application for Graduation”.

Apply to Graduate

Graduation Deadlines

Fri, July 25

Summer 2025 Deadline: To qualify for a Summer 2025 degree, you must complete all requirements by the Summer 2025 Graduate Application for Graduation Deadline, Friday, July 25.

Tue, Sept 2

Early Fall 2025 Deadline: As a graduate student, if you complete all requirements on the list below by Tuesday, September 2nd, the Fall 2025 Early Graduation Deadline, you will receive a Fall 2025 degree and are not required to enroll for the Fall 2025 term.

Fri, Dec 12

Fall 2025 Deadline: To qualify for a Fall 2025 degree, you must complete all requirements by the Fall 2025 Graduate Application for Graduation Deadline, Friday, December 12.

Graduation Checklists

Familiarize yourself with your graduation requirements early to ensure you meet the graduation deadline. Review the appropriate checklist below.

Master's Degree Checklist Master's Degree Checklist

Doctoral Degree Checklist Doctoral Degree Checklist

Scheduling Your Final Exam

Work with your department early in the semester to schedule your exam in a timely manner. This is especially important if you plan to defend or take your final exam close to the graduation deadline.

Oral Exams & Defenses Oral Exams & Defenses

Graduation Ceremonies

There are multiple opportunities for graduates to be recognized. Check out more information regarding each celebration below.

Additional questions?

We encourage you to visit our Frequently Asked Questions page, then contact your Graduate Coordinator or program staff with any additional questions regarding graduation.

Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions

Find Your Grad Coordinator Find Your Grad Coordinator