How to Petition to Graduate

Step 1

Meet with an advisor.  Your advisor will review your academic record to determine if you have met your degree program requirements.

Step 2

Meet with an academic advisor to complete a Petition to Graduate form.  This form requires an advisor's signature.  There is no fee to petition to graduate.

Please note: A separate Petition to Graduate form is required for each degree and/or certificate you plan to receive.

Step 3

Notify the Office of Records, Registration & Veterans’ Affairs if you change your address.  Important information regarding your petition and commencement will be mailed to your address of record.

Additional Information:

• Important Date and Contacts
• Commencement Instructions
• Graduate Get Together
• Set Your VCR/DVD
• Order a Class Ring
• FAQs online  |  PDF version