Commencement

Key Dates and Deadlines

  • September 19, 2025: Last day to apply to graduate for Winter 2025.
  • October 3, 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.
  • November 7, 2025: Last day to indicate participation in the ceremony.
  • November 28, 2025: Last day to order cap and gown rentals at the discounted price.
  • December 5, 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.
  • December 19, 2025: Last day to provide diploma mailing address and pay for Federal Express.
  • January 7, 2026: Anticipated date for Winter 2025 cleared degrees to be posted to official transcripts and diplomas ordered. See FAQ for delivery timeline.
  • January 12, 2026: Deadline to resolve deficiencies for Winter degrees.
  • January 21, 2026: Deadline to ship back gown rental to Herff Jones.

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