Graduation & Commencement

Both graduate students and undergraduate students must apply for a diploma no later than the end of the Schedule Adjustment period at the beginning of the semester in which they wish to graduate. Applications can be processed online through the Registrar’s Office.

Graduate students can get more information regarding graduation requirements by going to Graduate Degree Clearance Services.

• Apply for graduation.
• Settle your student financial account.
• Meet all university and program requirements. If you have questions about this, schedule an appointment with your advisor.
• Update your address and email address on Testudo
• Purchase your regalia from the University Book Center
• Get involved with the iSchool Alumni Association

The Spring 2023 Commencement ceremonies took place on May 22, 2023. Information about the Spring 2024 Commencement ceremony will be posted closer to the date.

Graduates will receive their diplomas through the mail roughly six weeks after commencement. Please note that diplomas will not be mailed out if a student has any incomplete or failing grades in courses required for their degree. Contact Diploma@umd.edu or 301-314-8270 for more information.

Graduation Plan – Information Science at College Park

Graduation Plan – Information Science at Shady Grove

Graduation Plan – Technology and Information Design at College Park