Graduation and Commencement
Graduation and commencement do not mean the same thing. Graduation comes after the completion of all coursework and other degree requirements and can occur at the end of any quarter. Commencement is the annual formal ceremony in June at which degrees and diplomas are presented.
Procedure and Deadlines
The Seattle University Procedure and deadlines for graduation are as follows:
- Pick up a ‘Graduation Packet’ at the Registrar’s office. The Graduation Packet includes a Graduation Worksheet, an application for graduation, and an apparel order. Fill out the application for graduation and apparel form and leave these forms with the Registrar.
- Bring the Graduation Worksheet to the Program Office for review by your advisor.
- As of January, 2000, the deadlines for completion of the above are: Winter Quarter Graduation: November 1 of year prior to graduation Spring Quarter Graduation: November 1 of year prior to graduation Summer Quarter Graduation: February 1 of year of graduation Fall Quarter Graduation: February 1 of year of graduation
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To qualify for graduation, you must first apply for graduation (see deadlines listed below), complete all coursework and examinations (including the Comprehensive Examination and Grammar Examination), and remove any ‘holds’ on your records (caused by book fines, unpaid late registration fees, etc.).
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When all degree requirements are met, graduates will have their degrees posted (meaning that the ‘Master’s Degree Requirements Completed’ is stamped on your transcript) at the end of the quarter of graduation, and your diploma will be mailed to you in approximately eight weeks. Prior to receiving your diploma, you may request that a letter be sent to you stating that your degree requirements have been completed. This letter is available from the registrar’s office by calling 206.296.5850 and asking for the Graduation Evaluator.
Seattle University policy allows graduate students who have six credits or fewer left to complete to participate in commencement ceremonies.
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