Completion of all academic requirements for the chosen program.
Fulfillment of credit hours as specified by the university curriculum.
Minimum GPA requirement as outlined by the respective department.
Application for Graduation:
Students must submit a formal application for graduation by a specified deadline.
Application includes verification of completed coursework, GPA, and any outstanding requirements.
Graduation Ceremony:
The university hosts an annual graduation ceremony to honor and confer degrees upon graduating students.
Participation in the ceremony is optional but encouraged.
Ceremony details, including date, time, and venue, are communicated well in advance.
Graduation Regalia:
Mandatory Regalia: Students are required to wear the official university graduation gown, cap, and tassel.
Distribution of Regalia:
The University will rent regalia on behalf of the graduating students.
Clear instructions regarding regalia pickup, and return are provided.
Regalia Guidelines:
Proper Attire: Students are expected to wear the regalia appropriately during the ceremony.
Regalia Return: Rented regalia must be returned within the specified timeframe to avoid additional fees.
Honors and Distinctions:
Recognition of academic honors: Students achieving specific distinctions, such as “First Class Honors,” “Second Class Upper Division,” “Second Class Lower Division,” and “Pass,” “Distinction,” “Credit” are acknowledged during the ceremony.
Students receiving these distinctions have corresponding distinctions on their regalia.
Faculty Participation:
Faculty members play a vital role in the graduation ceremony, presiding over different academic disciplines, and conferring degrees upon graduates.
Faculty involved in the ceremony adhere to designated roles and responsibilities assigned by the university.
Guest Attendance:
Guidelines for the number of guests each graduating student can invite to the ceremony are communicated.
Guests are expected to adhere to the university’s code of conduct during the event.
Communication and Updates:
Regular communication via email, university website, or other official channels ensures students are well-informed about graduation-related details.
Any changes or updates to the graduation policy are communicated promptly.
Post-Graduation Services:
Career counseling, alumni services, and resources are available to assist graduates in transitioning to post-graduation life.
Compliance and Review:
Compliance with the graduation policy is expected from both students and faculty involved in the ceremony.
Periodic reviews and updates to the policy are conducted to ensure alignment with evolving university standards.
