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 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 2023-2024
Fall 2023
September 9, 2024 Doctoral Comprehensive Examination
September 16, 2024 Qualifying Examination
October 21, 2023 Masters and Specialist Comprehesnive Examination
Spring 2024
February 3, 2024 Qualifying Exam
February 10, 2024 Doctoral Comprehensive Exam
February 24, 2024 Masters and Specialist Comprehensive Examination
Summer 2024
June 1, 2024 Qualifying Examination
June 8, 2024 Doctoral Comprehensive Examination
June 8, 2024 Masters and Specialist Examination
