Graduation Application
Read the following then apply below:
Apply for the graduation term in which you will complete all degree requirements and coursework.
The correct Major, including Option & Pattern, Minor (if applicable), and Certificate (if applicable) must be declared before completing the graduation application. Submit a plan change form to make any corrections prior to submitting application.
Payment is required at the time of application AND must be received by the on-time deadlines in order to avoid the late fee.
- Financial Aid Recipients: If you are submitting the Graduation Application to extend your graduation date you must also complete the Enrollment Update Form to receive aid for the future term.
- Check the status of your graduation application: Student Center > Academic Progress > Graduation Information > Expected Grad Term: If this matches the term you applied to, your graduation application has been processed and is on file.
| Graduation Term | On-time Deadline |
| Spring | May 15 of previous year |
| Summer | August 15 of previous year |
| Fall | December 15 of previous year |
- The graduation application fee is $68. The late fee is $10. To change your graduation date, the re-file fee is $8.
- To avoid the late fee, students must apply and pay fees due one year in advance, and by the on-time deadline.
- If your last date of attendance was Fall 2003 or prior, please contact Graduation Advising for assistance with the graduation application.
Please call Graduation Advising with any questions at 530-898-5957.
Participating in the Commencement ceremony ("walking") is separate from graduating. Visit the Commencement Website(opens in new window) for more information.