Applying for Graduation

Check-in to see where you stand.

How to Apply

Students (Undergraduate & Graduate) applying for graduation must apply online.

The Application for Graduation is a tool in your MyMocsNet student portal. 

*Please note that the first term on the application, is not the term in which you plan to graduate, so simply click "Submit" to start the process.

PRIORITY DEADLINE (eligible candidates who apply by this deadline will receive registration time tickets for the first morning of currently enrolled student registration)

Apply by October 15 to graduate at the end of Spring Semester.
Apply by February 15 to graduate at the end of Summer Semester.
Apply by March 15 to graduate at the end of Fall Semester

DEADLINE FOR INCLUSION IN THE COMMENCEMENT PROGRAM

Apply by March 31 for inclusion in the Spring semester Commencement program (May and August graduates)
Apply by October 31 for inclusion in the Fall semester Commencement program (December graduates)

Students who subsequently finish all graduation requirements after the degree conferral date will be awarded their degree at the following degree conferral date. If requested, a degree completion statement can be added to a student's transcript to indicate the date degree requirements were completed and the date the degree will be conferred. Students should see their graduation specialist for additional information.

Steps to Graduation for Undergraduate Students

Step 1:
Review profile in MyMocsNet to ensure all information is up to date before applying: name, address, major(s) and minor(s).

Step 2:
Apply for Graduation via the tool in MyMocsNet. See "How to Apply" below for those instructions and information. Be sure to note deadline dates.

Step 3:
Review Graduation Status Report (GSR) from Graduation Specialist. All graduation information is sent to your UTC email account. Schedule an appointment with Graduation Specialist if review is needed.

Step 4:
Notify your Graduation Specialist of any changes that will affect your graduation status immediately so all records can be updated. Ex: academic change, name change, or address changes.

Step 5:
Participation in the Commencement Ceremony is optional. However, if you plan to attend the Ceremony, you can purchase a University cap and gown with the online order process through the bookstore. If you are unable to purchase during the ordering times, please contact the bookstore for assistance.

Step 6: 
Register for the mandatory Senior Exit Exam through the UTC testing center.

Step 7:
Clear account of any holds including the Bursar, Library or Financial Aid Exit Counseling. Important: Holds will prevent the mailing of your diploma.

Step 8:
Respond to the Commencement RSVP survey. You will receive a survey as your commencement ceremony nears (First week of April for spring and first week of November for Fall). Through this survey you confirm details that support preparations for graduation and diplomas.

Step 9:
Graduation Day—note there will be no rehearsal. Arrive at McKenzie Arena 45 minutes prior to scheduled graduation time.

Finally:
Review the Diplomas section for more information.

Steps to Graduation for Graduate Students

Step 1:
Submit your program of study form to the Graduate School Office. 

Step 2:
Review profile in MyMocsNet to ensure all information is up to date before applying: name, address, major(s) and minor(s).

Step 3:
Apply for Graduation via the tool in MyMocsNet. See "How to Apply" below for those instructions and information. Be sure to note deadline dates.

Step 4: 
If there are any changes to your approved program of study, please submit a Graduation Audit for Degrees and Certificates Form to the Graduate School. You do not need to submit the audit form if there are no changes. 

Step 5:
Participation in the Commencement Ceremony is optional. However, if you plan to attend the Ceremony, you can purchase a University cap, hood and gown with the online order process through the bookstore. If you are unable to purchase during the ordering times, please contact the bookstore for assistance.

Step 6:
Clear account of any holds including the Bursar, Library or Financial Aid Exit Counseling. Important: Holds will prevent the mailing of your diploma.

Step 7:
Respond to the Commencement RSVP survey. You will receive a survey as your commencement ceremony nears (First week of April for spring and first week of November for Fall). Through this survey you confirm details that support preparations for graduation and diplomas.

Step 8:
Graduation Day—note there will be no rehearsal. Arrive at McKenzie Arena 45 minutes prior to scheduled graduation time.

Finally:
Review the Diplomas section for more information.