graduation
what is the difference between graduation and commencement?
graduation: the process of being awarded a degree after completion of credit hours and other degree requirements.
commencement ceremony: the congratulatory ceremony in which students are publicly and formally recognized.
graduation checklist
graduation application
to officially graduate from isu, a student must apply for graduation.
after receipt of final grades, the student's degree audit (degree plan) must show the student satisfied all university, college and departmental requirements for the specific degree or certificate.
deadlines
- september 8 - for december 2020 graduation
- febuary 1 - for may 2021 graduation
grad finale
experience a one-stop-shop to help you prepare for graduation from isu.
October 13 & 14
9 am - 3 pm
isu bookstore
Cap & Gown
Regalia (cap & gown) can be purchased at the grad finale or through the isu bookstore.
order online
online orders must be placed by october 11.
rsvp for commencement ceremony
in order to walk in the commencement ceremony, you must rsvp.
deadline to rsvp for winter 2020 commencement: october 30, 2020
march through the arch
in may and december, graduates look to the future by passing through the arch away from campus. this symbolizes exiting the campus as bengal alumni.
check back for more information
commencement
celebrate your great accomplishment by joining in the time-honored tradition of commencement. the perfect end to your isu experience!
saturday, december 12
degree award information
information about transferring course work in your final semester, how to resolve incomplete grades and what it takes to receive a university honors designation.
diplomas
diplomas will be mailed to you after your degree has been posted to your academic record.