Graduation checklist for undergrads
Before you complete your degree and graduate, you’ll need to be prepared. Knowing what your degree requirements are and if you are fulfilling them, when to apply to graduate, and talking to your advisor will help you prepare for the final steps of your academic experience at the University of Minnesota.
Preparing to graduate
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Check your APAS report to verify your degree requirements. Speak to your advisor about any remaining requirements you may need to complete your degree. This could include transfer credits.
Applying to graduate
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Online exit counseling is required of all borrowers of federal and University-administered student loan programs. You will be provided information about the rights and responsibilities of a borrower, and how different financial aid programs handle repayment.
Commencement and after
Commencement is your graduation ceremony. These events are planned by the Office of Conferences and Special Events. Visit the UMM Commencement page for additional information.
Watch for an invitation to your campus graduation fair in spring. You can find additional information about and purchase commencement regalia through the University Bookstore.
Related Resources
Important Dates
Academics
| Wed, Aug 28, 2019 | First day of instruction for full and 1st-half semester classes |
| Fri, Oct 18, 2019 | Last day of instruction for 1st-half semester classes |
| Wed, Oct 23, 2019 | First day of instruction for 2nd-half semester classes |
Graduation
| Wed, Sep 11, 2019 | Last day to submit a degree application for fall semester |
| Mon, Feb 3, 2020 | Last day to apply for 2020 commencement |
| Mon, Feb 3, 2020 | Last day to submit a degree application for spring semester and summer sessions |