Information for Graduate Students
Apply for Graduation
Graduates must apply for graduation to participate in the ceremony.
Apply by March 5, 2023 to have your name printed in the ceremony program. Graduates who apply after the deadline will be able to walk and have their name read at their ceremony.
Student Speaker
Share your journey to graduation, inspire your graduating class, and emphasize what is important to you while sharing your talents with friends and family.
Graduate students who will be earning their degree in the spring or summer can apply to be a commencement speaker. By submitting your application, you authorize the selection committee to access and review your grades, enrollment status, and conduct records.
Applications are due by Sunday, March 5, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
Cap and Gown Rental
Your years of hard work are almost complete, and your cap and gown are important symbols of your achievement. Order your cap and gown online through Herff Jones and choose to have your regalia shipped directly to you or pick it up on campus. Rental orders must be placed online by 9:59 p.m. Mountain Time on Saturday April 1, 2023. Gowns and hoods must be returned following the ceremony.
UNC partners with Herff Jones to provide regalia rental to all graduates. Please see their policies below.
