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 2027) | Spring-Summer window (Graduation term: Summer 2027) | Summer-Fall window (Graduation term: Fall 2026) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation application deadline | January 30, 2027 | June 1, 2027 | September 10, 2026 |
| Must be enrolled for this term | Fall 2026 | Spring 2027 | Summer 2026 |
| Thesis or dissertation formatting deadline | January 8, 2027 | June 11, 2027 | August 18, 2026 |
| Thesis or dissertation defense deadline | January 15, 2027 | June 18, 2027 | August 25, 2026 |
| Thesis or dissertation submission deadline | January 22, 2027 | June 25, 2027 | September 1, 2026 |
| Conferral date | May 21, 2027 | August 28, 2027 | December 23, 2026 |