Please review the PhD Student Handbook when preparing for graduation. Please also see the following Graduate School websites:
Doctoral Graduation Checklist
Spring and Summer graduates should apply for Graduation at the start fo the Spring term. Fall graduates should apply at the start of the fall term. You may change your graduation date after you apply. See this Graduate School Graduation Checklist for more information on preparing for graduation.
Graduation & Dissertation Submission Dates and Deadlines
Commencement Ceremony Information
If you plan to participate in the Commencement (Graduation) Ceremony, you must RSVP. Ideally you should do so early in the semester, so your name will appear in the Commencement program. See this website for more information.