Following are important deadlines during your last semester. If you are unable to meet these deadlines, your graduation may be delayed until the following semester.
See our Thesis and Dissertation Formatting webpage for more information.
Window Graduation Dates and Deadlines
The Window Graduation Dates and Deadlines may permit you to graduate in the following semester without enrolling. You must contact the Graduate School to verify eligibility for this option.
| Fall-Spring window (Graduation term: Spring 2026) | Spring-Summer window (Graduation term: Summer 2026) | Summer-Fall window (Graduation term: Fall 2026) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation application deadline | January 31, 2026 | June 1, 2026 | September 10, 2026 |
| Must be enrolled for this term | Fall 2025 | Spring 2026 | Summer 2026 |
| Thesis or dissertation formatting deadline | January 9, 2026 | June 12, 2026 | August 18, 2026 |
| Thesis or dissertation defense deadline | January 16, 2026 | June 19, 2026 | August 25, 2026 |
| Thesis or dissertation submission deadline | January 23, 2026 | June 26, 2026 | September 1, 2026 |
| Conferral date | May 22, 2026 | August 29, 2026 | December 23, 2026 |