Commencement Ceremonies
Masters’ and professional commencement and doctoral hooding ceremonies are held each December and May. Make sure you know the dates and requirements to apply for graduation and participate in commencement.
The Graduate School Calendar
Fall 2025 Deadlines & Commencement
| Date | Deadline/Event |
|---|---|
| August 25 | Last day to change/drop a course without a grade of "W" being recorded |
| September 19 | Graduation Application Deadline |
| October 7 | Format Check Deadline for Thesis/Dissertation |
| October 24 | Defense Deadline |
| October 24 | Doctoral Hooding Program Information Deadline |
| November 5 | Last day to change/drop a course without a grade of "WF" being recorded |
| November 7 | Final Submission Deadline |
| December 15 | Doctoral Hooding, 10:00 a.m., Koger Center for the Arts |
| December 15 | Master’s and Professional Ceremony, 2:00 p.m., Colonial Life Arena |
BULLETIN: Check Your Degree Requirements