Please download a copy of this graduation checklist to ensure that you understand and complete all requirements for graduation.
Traditional Students on a standard timeline typically graduate in August. This means that the final practicum is completed in the summer of graduation and may be scheduled through the end of August. Direct Admit BS/MS students on a standard timeline typically graduate in December.
All students may participate in the May commencement ceremony and will graduate in May, August, or December, pending successful completion of coursework and practicum requirements.
Extended students' graduation dates will vary based on individual needs and program plans.
All students are responsible for understanding the requirements of their academic program, and should routinely review the My Progress tab in Student Planning/NazNet. In order to graduate, completion of all program requirements must be verified by the Registrar. Only students who apply for graduation and declare their intended semester of completion will have their record reviewed by the Registrar. To apply, go to NazNet Self-Service and select Graduation Overview. Generally, students in the Speech-Language Pathology master's program should apply for graduation the summer they are enrolled CSD 577 Phonological Disorders course. This application is required for graduation.
IMPORTANT Policy per the Registrar:
Commencement at Nazareth University is held annually in May. Students who complete all requirements at the end of the Spring semester are automatically eligible to participate in the commencement ceremonies. If a student can reasonably complete requirements by the end of the following summer or fall semesters they may request to walk in the earlier May ceremony. They may also elect to wait until the following ceremony if they wish. A student may only walk and have their name listed in the program once. To request to participate in a commencement ceremony prior to the completion of a degree, please complete the Petition to Walk form no later than March 15 prior to that year's ceremony and submit it to the Registration and Records Office.
The final deadline for Graduation Applications in order to participate in commencement is April 1st. Email registrar@naz.edu if you have questions.