Commencement Application
Graduates are required to apply for graduation prior to their Commencement. Please refer to the important dates and information below to ensure you have completed all the steps necessary to graduate from UNCW.
Commencement Application Deadlines
| Spring 2010 | November 16, 2009 |
| Summer/Fall 2010 | April 15, 2010 |
| Spring 2011 | November 15, 2010 |
| Summer/Fall 2011 | April 15, 2011 |
Note to Walker Applicants:
Students may be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony if they have completed requirements for graduation or if they are expected to meet the graduation requirements with the completion of one course of up to four hours during the term immediately following the graduation ceremony. Students who are one course short must notify the Office of the Registrar by the end of the seventh week of the semester (February 19, 2010) of their intent to participate in the ceremony. This application to participate (walk) in the ceremony is in addition to the degree application that all graduating students must complete. Their names will not be published in the Commencement program.
Eligibility
Students who have applied for graduation and have completed all degree requirements during the spring 2010 semester are eligible to participate in the spring Commencement ceremonies. Contact the Office of the Registrar at 910.962.3125 if you have questions about your eligibility.
Diplomas
Undergraduate and graduate diplomas will be mailed from the Office of the Registrar to the graduate's permanent address within eight weeks of Commencement. Review your permanent address on SeaNet or in the Office of the Registrar and correct if necessary.
For more information concerning Eligibility and Diplomas, please contact the Office of the Registrar at 910.962.3125. Information concerning academic distinction can be found on our Distinction and Honors page.
