Completing My Degree | Registration and Guest Tickets | Caps, Gowns, Honors Cord | Special Needs, Requests | Faculty, Mentors | Times, Locations
Completing My Degree
Q: How many credits do I need to graduate?
Q: When is the degree application deadline?
Q: How will I be notified about participating in Commencement?
Q: I missed the February degree application deadlines. How do I obtain Commencement ceremony information?
Q: Will my name be listed in the program booklet?
Q: I didn't receive an informational postcard at my permanent address during spring break (March 23-28, 2009). I did apply for my degree by the deadline. What happened?
Registration and Guest Tickets
Q: I am out of town during the spring semester. How do I buy my cap and gown?
Q: What are bookstore hours?
Q: I am already registered for one ceremony. May I switch to the other one?
Q: I am unable to come to campus during bookstore hours. How do I obtain tickets and purchase my cap and gown?
Q: Will children/babies among my guests need tickets for the ceremony?
Yes. Admittance to the live ceremony in the Sports Arena is by ticket only. Young children DO require tickets for admittance, as building capacity is based on individuals, including children who may sit on adults’ laps. The Sports Arena accommodates approximately 3,100 guests.
Please know that the live video viewing in the Bulger Communication Center is an option for all guests, and this is a great venue for those with young children to view the ceremony while also attending to children's needs. Tickets are not required for video viewing in the Bulger Communication Center (PDF, 457KB), which is located directly next to the location of the post-ceremony receptions.
I applied for my degree after the deadline, but I will participate in the Commencement ceremony. Will I have a space in the lineup? Will my name be announced during the ceremony?
Yes, and yes. On Commencement day, go to the graduate lineup in the Ice Arena at the appropriate time and present your candidate lineup ticket for the baccalaureate ceremony for which you registered. You will receive a pencil and a small card with instructions on it to write your name phonetically as it should be pronounced when you walk across stage to be congratulated. The seating marshals will direct you on Commencement day. For details, visit Commencement day.
Please note: Diplomas will not be distributed on Commencement day. The Registrar's Office will mail your diploma to your permanent address once all your degree requirements are completed and confirmed (four to six weeks).
Caps, Gowns, Honors Cord
Q: What is the price of a cap and gown?
Q: Should I purchase a gold honors cord?
Special Needs, Requests
Q: How do I obtain special assistance for myself/my guests?
