Steps to Graduation

Complete and Submit the online Final Application for Comprehensive Assessment & Graduate Degree–required no later than the third week of the student’s final trimester (1st week during summer). The department will notify the student with specific date and time of assessment. This application must be filed even if the student does not intend to participate in the commencement ceremony.
Last trimester of graduate study—check with the Graduate Office to make sure records are complete.
Prior to Commencement—a commencement schedule will be e-mailed including cap, gown and hood order information.
A one-time graduation fee will be assessed by the Cashiering Office; this fee must be paid even if the student does not participate in the commencement ceremony.
Research Component must be submitted by the department.