Graduation Checklist

Eligible bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral students should get ready for your big day with this graduation checklist:

• Review the deadlines to apply to graduate and confirm diploma details (listed in the table below).
• Order regalia (cap and gown).
• Complete the graduation survey (undergraduate version opens after Spring Break).
  • MD students will receive a survey invitation for an optional Graduation Questionnaire via email.
• Register for Commencement Week Events beginning in late March.

Optional graduation items to consider:

• Sign up to receive updates from Georgie, GW’s Commencement chatbot that provides 24/7 support to graduates and families by texting "Hi" to 1-877-838-0027.  Messaging and data rates may apply; you may opt-out at any time.  You may also chat with Georgie on the Commencement website. 
• Enter the Commencement Student Speaker Competition in the spring semester.
• Nominate someone to receive an honorary degree at Commencement on the National Mall
• Make an appointment to have your Cherry Tree Yearbook picture taken.
• Update your information with the Alumni Association.

Deadlines