Commencement

Graduation ceremonies typically follow the schedule listed below, but be sure to listen for announcements and changes based on your individual college.

Spring Commencement

The spring commencement is held on the second Saturday of May. Spring commencement includes multiple ceremonies, beginning with All-University Commencement. This is the kick-off ceremony where graduate students are individually recognized. This is followed by individual college ceremonies where undergraduate students are recognized. The law school ceremony is generally held on the third Saturday of May.

Fall Commencement

The fall commencement is held on the third Saturday in December. The fall commencement ceremony is a single event for all undergraduate, graduate, and law students who graduated the previous summer or who will graduate in the fall. Students graduating in the spring or the following summer are invited to attend spring commencement.

Preparing for Commencement

Make Sure You Meet all Requirements for Graduation.

From University Core requirements to Minimum Grade-Point Average to Online Credit Hours and more, visit the Requirements for Graduation page for a full outline of what you need to finish your degree. If you have questions or concerns about your graduation status, be sure to schedule an appointment with your academic advisor.

Apply to Graduate!

  1. Log into your Student Center in UAConnect. Under Academics you will select My Academics. You will then see the option Apply to Graduate.
  2. Please review the Instructions to Apply to Graduate for further details.
  3. You will be able to register to participate in your commencement ceremony when you apply to graduate.

Deadlines for Applying to Graduate

  • For Fall Graduation, you must apply to graduate by October 1st.
  • For Summer Graduation, you must apply to graduate by July 1st.
  • For Spring Graduation, you must apply to graduate by March 1st.

Finish Strong!

As you are preparing to earn your degree, it may be tempting to glide into graduation without putting much effort into your last few weeks. Avoid the temptation, and give it all you’ve got so that you can move into life’s next chapter with your best foot forward.

Other Questions Regarding Commencement

If your questions weren’t answered here, visit the Registrar’s webpage for full details about graduation.