Key Dates and Deadlines

  • February 7, 2025 -- Last day to apply to graduate for Spring 2025.
  • February 14, 2025 -- Commencement task list opens at 8:30 a.m. Cap and Gown information will appear after you complete the participation link and refresh the page.
  • March 21, 2025 -- Last day to indicate participation in the ceremony.
  • April 21, 2025 -- Last day to order cap and gown rentals at the discounted price.
  • April 28, 2025 -- Last day to order cap and gown rentals through the Commencement task list. All rental orders after this date will need to be placed through the University Bookstore.
  • May 14, 2025 -- Last day to provide diploma mailing address and pay for Federal Express.
  • May 21, 2025 -- Anticipated date for Spring 2025 cleared degrees to be posted to official transcripts and diplomas ordered. See FAQ for delivery timeline.
  • May 31, 2025 -- Deadline to ship back gown rental to Herff Jones.

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