Information for All Students
See also: Graduate Students | Related Events
Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the difference between Commencement and Graduation?
- When will I receive information about Commencement?
- Do I need tickets or guest passes for the commencement ceremony?
- How do I obtain a cap and gown for the ceremony?
- What if I need special assistance during the ceremony?
- How do I find out about lodging information for my guests?
- How long will the ceremony last?
- My name is spelled incorrectly in Campus Connection. What should I do?
- When will I get my diploma?
- What if I need to change my graduation date to a later semester?
- What are the requirements for "Graduating with Honor"?
- How am I recognized for "Graduation with Honor" at the ceremony?
- What are the approved honor cords, medallions and stoles that can be worn by candidates?
Web Postcards
Share your success with family and friends! Send an electronic postcard to your family and friends so they can celebrate with you. The NDSU Alumni Association offers free web postcards to students and alumni. Simply choose your greeting, customize your message, and insert an e-mail address. Click here to send a postcard. Congratulations graduate!
Commencement Attire (Cap, Gown, Tassel, Hood)
Gown and mortarboard cap are required academic apparel and are available for purchase from the NDSU Bookstore. Contact the Bookstore at 701-231-7761 or 800-428-8309, or visit the NDSU Bookstore web site for more information.
Ceremony Instructions
If You are Unable to Attend
If you are not attending the ceremony, you may request a diploma cover by contacting the Office of Registration and Records, Ceres Hall 110 (701-231-7981 or 800-608-6378).
Academic Record, Transcript, and Diploma
- Degrees will be posted to transcripts 2-3 weeks after the end of the term.
- Transcripts may be requested through the transcript request option in Campus Connection (directions found on the Campus Connection Help Pages) or through the National Student Clearinghouse.
- Diplomas are mailed 4-6 weeks following the close of the academic session in which graduation requirements have been completed. Your diploma will be mailed to your "Home" address indicated in Campus Connection. You can review or update this address through Campus Connection (select Student Center in navigation menu).
NDSU Alumni Association Events and Services
Learn about free services and the many ways you can stay connected, get involved, and show your pride as a new graduate of NDSU.
Questions or comments regarding Commencement? …contact the Office of Registration and Records at 701-231-7981, 1-800-608-NDSU, or ndsu.registration.records@ndsu.edu.
For questions regarding graduation requirements, including degree progress and academic honors, contact your College Liaison (Undergraduate students) or the Graduate School (Graduate students).
