Announcement of prior to dissertation defense due two weeks before PhD final exam. These forms are available from the Graduate School ONLY . Each must have a signature page with original signatures. Each copy of the thesis must be in a separate envelope with the student's name, degree, department and term of graduation printed on the outside. After approval by the Graduate School, students are responsible for deposit of thesis to the library.
Cashiers checks are available through banks or credit unions.
Personal checks and cash are not accepted. Diplomas will be sent to the Mailing Address on file with the University 6-8 weeks after the last day of the term. International students - Please check with the foreign student office before leaving campus and fill out a departure form. Also arrange with the Graduate School the mailing of your diploma before leaving campus. All diplomas mailed to addresses outside the U.S. must be sent by registered airmail with return receipt requested.