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When/ Where to Apply
When/ Where to Apply
Apply for degree finalization once you are nearing the end of your program and have taken EDU514 (MAT course). You will not get your degree until you have taken EDU514 (this course is required for the degree, but not the PEL).
To apply click here: https://nl.edu/form-repository/degree-finalization-form/
Students must have completed ALL courses including PII and Student Teaching to apply for degree finalization
Important Degree Information
Important Degree Information
Degrees will be posted 2-3 weeks after the degree award date.
Diplomas will be mailed approximately 8 weeks after degree date.
Diplomas will not be issued if there is still an outstanding financial balance. If you have a financial hold on your account, and have resolved it, please email records@nl.edu, so your diploma can be released to you.
If you don't complete you degree requirements by the date for which you have applied, you may submit another degree and diplomate finalization request to change the degree date.
Commencement Ceremony
Commencement Ceremony
Commencement is Saturday, June 15, 2024
10 a.m. CST - Arie Crown Theater, 2301 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60616
NLU offers a commencement ceremony once a year in June.
In order to participate in the Commencement Ceremony, students must complete degree finalization with the Registrar's Office and indicate that they will participate in the commencement ceremony by the deadline of April 15th. The Commencement deadline is a firm deadline and no late registrants can be allowed to participate.
For more information please go to the Commencement Site; once you register, you will receive periodic updates via email.
To order caps, gowns, photos, and/or rings, visit here!
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