Graduation Information
Graduation Information for Graduate Students
Deadlines to Apply
Spring Opens December 15th Closes March 15th
Summer Opens May 15th Closes July 15th
Fall Opens August 15th Closes October 15th
Graduation ceremonies are held in May and December. August graduates attend the December graduation ceremony. In order to participate in the Commencement Ceremony, you must be in compliance with your degree program.
If you graduated in the Summer (August), your name is on that list. Therefore, you do not need to submit another application.
FILING ELIGIBILITY RULES: The Office of Academic Affairs will enforce the Commencement Policy as stated:
No one walks across the stage with any of the following:
Deficient number of hours or 3.0 grade point average in Banner
Unprocessed incomplete grades or grade changes (with the exception of Thesis/Dissertation)
Comprehensive exam retakes for a future semester
Pending defense dates for thesis or dissertation
Therefore, consult with your advisor if you have any questions about your program. Certificate students will not participate in the commencement ceremony. In addition, graduate level students do not have academic honors recognition because you are required to maintain a level of excellence. May you continue to “Think. Work. Serve.”
Examination Administer Schedule for 2025-2026
Fall 2025
September 20, 2025 Doctoral Comprehensive Examination
September 27, 2025 Qualifying Examination
October 25, 2025 Masters Comprehensive Examination
Spring 2026
February 7, 2026 Qualifying Exam
February 14, 2026 Doctoral Comprehensive Exam
March 14, 2025 Masters Comprehensive Examination
Summer 2026
June 6, 2026 Qualifying Examination
June 3, 2026 Doctoral Comprehensive Examination
June 21, 2026 Masters Comprehensive Examination
