Graduate Information

Commencement
Concordia University holds formal commencement ceremonies only after the Fall and the Spring Semesters.

Upcoming Commencement Ceremonies
May 3, 2008

May Commencement Weekend Schedule
Friday, May 2nd
4:00pm - Undergraduate Graduation Rehearsal (Geiseman Gym)
5:00pm - Undergraduate New Alumni Reception (TBA)
6:00pm - Graduate Graduation Rehearsal (Geiseman Gym)
7:00pm - Graduate New Alumni Reception (TBA)

Saturday, May 3rd
8:30am - Service of Praise and Consecration (Chape of Our Lord)
10:30am - Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony (Geiseman Gym)
3:00pm - Graduate Commencement Ceremony (Geiseman Gym)

Cap and Gown Ordering/Specific Commencement Information
http://www.cuchicago.edu/current_students/graduate

Applying for Graduation

Every student intending to graduate must complete the "Intent to Graduate Form" and turn it in by the published due date for each term. For Summer 2008 graduation (no ceremony), Intent forms must be turned in by May 30, 2008; for Fall 2008 graduation, Intent forms must be turned in by September 7, 2007; for Spring 2008 graduation, Intent forms must be turned in by January 18, 2008. For Fall 2008 Graduation the deadline is September 5, 2008.

Sometime 6-8 weeks prior to commencement a letter will be sent to all intending graduates to the address given on the form. This letter will give detailed instructions regarding graduation rehearsal and the commencement ceremony. Please read the letter carefully. Any questions not answered in the letter can be asked at graduation rehearsal.

Degree Processing

Grades are traditionally due to the Registrar's Office the Wednesday following the last day of the semester. Once grades are in and processed, degree audits begin. Once the Registrar has declared your program complete, barring any outstanding responsibilities to the University, your degree will be posted and your diploma and official transcripts will be forwarded to the Mailing Address on the intent to graduate form.