Beginning with Spring 2024 graduates, the “Apply for Graduation” function within the Cav Center will be utilized to process your graduation application and to target applicable commencement regalia related emails. If you previously submitted a paper graduation application, you can verify that it has been processed by viewing your active applications directly on your Student Profile homepage.

Please utilize the Applying for Graduation and Ordering Commencement Regalia guide (PDF) to assist you with submitting your application.

*Cav Center Graduation Application Availability

  • Summer Semester: November 1–July 1
  • Fall Semester: March 1–November 1
  • Spring Semester: June 30–April 1

Application Deadlines

Candidates for graduation must file an "Application for Graduation" in the Office of the Registrar according to the following deadlines:

  • Spring Semester Graduation - September 30
  • Summer Semester Graduation - February 1
  • Fall Semester Graduation - June 1

Please note: All requirements for commencement (financial, academic, institutional) must be met before a candidate for a degree can receive a transcript or diploma.

Application for Graduation and other forms from the Office of the Registrar.

Graduation Fees

  • Associate’s & Bachelor’s: $150
  • Master’s: $165
  • Doctoral: $190
  • Certificate: $25
  • Late Fee (Non-Refundable): $35

*Late fees will be assessed for applications submitted after the established deadlines listed above and are non-refundable. Should an application need to be submitted after it closes in the Cav Center, you must contact the Office of the Registrar for instructions on how to proceed. Please contact our office by emailing registrar@walsh.edu should this apply to you.