OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR

Graduation

Graduation Information


Commencement Dates 

Graduation Cancellation Deadline: April 30, 2024 (5:00pm)

Ceremony Date: May 10, 2024
Location: Steinke Physical Education Center
Note: Undergraduate candidates will participate in ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. A ceremony will be held for graduate candidates at 4:30 p.m.

Ceremony Times
10:00 a.m. - Undergraduates Only 
College of Business Administration 
College of Education and Human Performance
College of Engineering
1:30 p.m. - Undergraduates Only
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
College of Arts and Sciences
4:30 p.m. - Master's and Doctoral Candidates Only 
All Colleges

 

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.

Change of Name Deadline: June 7, 2024 (5:00pm)
Graduation Application can be found via Blue and Gold Connection

Graduation Application Opens: February 1, 2024

Graduation Application Deadline: May 31, 2024 (5:00pm)

Graduation Cancellation Deadline: July 31, 2024 (5:00pm)

Ceremony Date: August 9, 2024
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.