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Frequently Asked Questions About Graduation

  1. How do I file for graduation?
  2. What is the deadline for filing an Intent-to-Graduate?
  3. Which graduation term should I select when filing my Intent-to-Graduate?
  4. What should I do if I receive an error message saying that I am not eligible to submit an intent online?
  5. How will I know that my Intent-to-Graduate has been received by the Registrar’s Office?
  6. How will I know that I have graduated?
  7. What should I do if I have not completed all degree requirements by the graduation date for which I originally filed my Intent-to-Graduate?
  8. How will I receive my diploma?
  9. When will I receive my diploma?
  10. How does my name appear on my diploma?
  11. What if I do not receive my diploma?
  12. Can I be invited to commencement if I will not graduate until the following September or December?
  13. If I lose my diploma can I get a new one?
  14. What GPA’s determine honors??
  15. Are there a minimum number of credits needed for graduation honors?
  16. What are the diploma dimensions?
  17. Do honors appear on diplomas?
  18. Do majors appear on diplomas?
  19. Do minors appear on diplomas?
  20. I have two majors. Will I receive two diplomas?
  21. Where do I go to find out more details about commencement?
  1. How do I file for graduation?

    All students must file an Intent-to-Graduate via WEBCAT. Once logged in to WEBCAT select Student Services & Financial Aid, Graduation Application Menu, and File Intent-to-Graduate and then follow the on-screen instructions.

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  2. What is the deadline for filing an Intent-to-Graduate?

    For spring and fall graduation dates the deadline is the 4th Friday after classes start. For summer graduation the deadline is the 1st Friday in June. See the Academic Calendars for the exact dates for each semester. 

    A late fee will be applied to your account if you file past the posted deadlines.

    Current Graduation Deadlines
    February 13, 2009 LAST DAY for undergraduates students to file for Intent-to-Graduate via WEBCAT for May 2009 without a late fee.
    March 16, 2009 LAST DAY for graduate students to file Intent-to-Graduate via WEBCAT for May 2009 without $25 late fee.
    April 6, 2009 LAST DAY for undergraduates file for Intent-to-Graduate via WEBCAT for May 2009 with a late fee.

    Last day for graduate students to file Intent-to-Graduate via WEBCAT for May 2009 with $25 late fee
    April 17, 2009 LAST DAY for final Ph.D. dissertation defense (May 2009 grads).
    May 8, 2009 LAST DAY for presenting final copies of doctoral dissertation or master's thesis to Graduate School for binding (May 2009 grads).
    May 11, 2009 LAST DAY to file a Completion of Minor Form for May 2009 graduation.
    May 23, 2009 Commencement
    June 5, 2009 LAST DAY for undergraduates students to file for Intent-to-Graduate via WEBCAT for September 2009 without a late fee.
    June 29, 2009 LAST DAY for graduate students to file Intent-to-Graduate via WEBCAT for September 2009 without $25 late fee.
    July 23, 2009 LAST DAY for final Ph.D. dissertation defense (September 2009 grads).
    July 27, 2009 LAST DAY for undergraduates file for Intent-to-Graduate via WEBCAT for September 2009 with a late fee.

    Last day for graduate students to file Intent-to-Graduate via WEBCAT for September 2009 with $25 late fee
    August 15, 2009 LAST DAY for presenting final copies of doctoral dissertation or master's thesis to Graduate School for binding (September 2009 grads).
    September 1, 2009 Graduation Date (no ceremony)

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  3. Which graduation term should I select when filing my Intent-to-Graduate?

    The University has three possible graduation dates each year: May (specific date corresponds with Commencement), September 1st, and December 31st. (Note: There is only one commencement ceremony each year and it is in the spring.) You should select the term that corresponds to the semester that you will have completed all of your degree requirements. See guidelines below:

    -Choose “SPRING” if you will finish your final classes in the spring semester; the graduation date on your diploma will correspond to the May Commencement ceremony date.

    -Choose “SUMMER” if you will finish your final classes any time during the summer session; the graduation date on your diploma will be September 1st.

    - Choose “FALL” if you will finish your final classes in the fall semester; the graduation date on your diploma will be December 31st.

    All coursework must be complete and graded by the graduation date.

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  4. What should I do if I receive an error message saying that I am not eligible to submit an intent online?

    Please contact the Graduation Department at (603)862-1594 or (603)862-1592.

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  5. How will I know that my Intent-to-Graduate has been received by the Registrar’s Office?

    You will receive a confirmation email within 2-3 weeks of filing your Intent-to-Graduate. If you do not receive an email please contact the Graduation Department at (603)862-1594 or (603)862-1592.

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  6. How will I know that I have graduated?

    It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all graduation requirements have been met. If you filed an Intent-to-Graduate and it is discovered that you did not meet all degree requirements you will be notified in writing approximately 4-6 weeks after graduation. This letter will be sent to the diploma mailing address you provided at the time you filed your Intent-to-Graduate. Otherwise your diploma will be mailed 8-12 weeks after graduation.

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  7. What should I do if I have not completed all degree requirements by the graduation date for which I originally filed my Intent-to-Graduate?

    You must re-file for the graduation date when your degree requirements will be met. Request to Move Intent to Graduate forms are available in the Registrar’s Office. There is no special fee associated with moving your Intent-to-Graduate to a new graduation date but regular filing deadlines and late fees do still apply.

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  8. How will I receive my diploma?

    All diplomas are mailed to the diploma mailing address you provide when filing your Intent-to-Graduate. If you do not provide a valid diploma mailing address your permanent mailing address will be used.

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  9. When will I receive my diploma?

    Diplomas are mailed 8-12 weeks after graduation.

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  10. How does my name appear on my diploma?

    Your name will appear on your diploma exactly as it appears on our student computer database. When you file your Intent-to-Graduate via WEBCAT your name and degree information will be displayed. If you would like a different name to appear on your diploma you will need to complete a change of name form. If your name has special characters that are not reflected on the database please contact the Graduation Office at (603)862-1594 or (603)862-1592.

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  11. What if I do not receive my diploma?

    There may be a hold on your account, we may not have an accurate diploma mailing address, or there may be a problem with your graduation status. You can check for holds and see your graduation status in WEBCAT.  Please contact the Graduation Office at (603)862-1594 or (603)862-1592 if you have not received your diploma within the normal time frame.

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  12. Can I be invited to commencement if I will not graduate until the following September or December?

    If you will be within eight credits of completing your degree and you file your Intent-to-Graduate for September or December by the May filing deadline with fee, you will be invited to participate in commencement.

    September and December graduates are also invited to the following May’s commencement ceremony.

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  13. If I lose my diploma can I get a new one?

    Yes. Requests must be made in writing and should include: name while in attendance, name exactly as it should appear on the diploma, dates of attendance, year of graduation, degree earned, student number or social security number, date of birth, phone number to contact with questions, and the mailing address where the diploma should be mailed. Requests should be sent to: University of New Hampshire Office of the Registrar, Attn: Diplomas, Stoke Hall, 11 Garrison Avenue, Durham, NH 03824.

    Replacement diplomas cost $20 for Undergraduate and Master’s degrees and $40 for Doctoral degrees. Once your request is received the diploma will be mailed in approximately 8-10 weeks. .

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  14. What GPA’s determine honors?
     
    Summa Cum Laude Highest Honors 3.70 - 4.00
    Magna Cum Laude High Honors 3.50 - 3.69
    Cum Laude Honors 3.20 - 3.49

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  15. Are there a minimum number of credits needed for graduation honors?

    Yes, 64 credit hours with a letter grade (no ‘CR’ or ‘P’ grades) earned at UNH are needed for graduation honors in a Bachelor’s degree and 32 graded credit hours are needed for an Associate’s degree.

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  16. What are the diploma dimensions?

    Associate, Bachelor and Master/CAGS diplomas are 8” x 10”. Doctoral diplomas are 11” x 14”.

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  17. Do honors appear on diplomas?

    Yes.

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  18. Do majors appear on diplomas?

    Yes.

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  19. Do minors appear on diplomas?

    No. Minors appear on your official transcript.

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  20. I have two majors. Will I receive two diplomas?

    No. Both of your majors will be listed on one diploma. Only students completing dual degrees will receive two separate diplomas.

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  21. Where do I go to find out more details about commencement?

    Please visit the Presidential Events and Programs Commencement website for more information..

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