Graduation
The Commencement Office
Graduation and Commencementare twoseparate functionsand haveseparate processes and deadlines.
The Commencement Office is here to assist you with navigating both. The Commencement Office is also available to assist you with orderingduplicate diplomasafter you graduate.
Youmust apply to graduate in order to receive your degree and diploma; however, it is not required that you attend the Commencement Ceremony in order for you to receive your degree.
If you are graduating and want to attend the Commencement Ceremony and receive guesttickets, please be mindful of the Application for Degree and RSVP deadline dates.
Graduation Eligibility and Requirements
Thegraduation processbegins when you complete your Application for Degree and submit it to your academic advisor. Pleaserefer to theAcademic Calendarfor submission and deadline dates for each semester.
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Undergraduate Studentsshould run adegree audit report(DARS)to see if they have met their degree requirements. You can review theUniversity requirementshere.
- Graduate Studentsshould review their Graduate Plan Of Study and theUniversity requirementshere.
Applications for Degree should be submitted to your advising office no later than the deadline date ofyour final semester.
Click herefor additional information on graduation eligibility.
Application for Degree Deadlines
| Semester | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | January 30 |
| Summer 2026 | June 5 |
| Fall 2026 | September 11 |
Questions
If you have any questions concerning Graduation or the Commencement Ceremony,please contact the Registrar's office at561- 297-3050 prompt #5or send an email to commencement@fau.edu .