If this deadline is not met, the student's name will be removed from the term's graduation list, and the student will be required to reapply for graduation. The Registrar's Office will not place a student's name on any future graduation lists unless a new degree application is received from the student. Graduate students expecting to graduate at the end of the term should apply for graduation no later than the date specified in the academic calendar. Application for Graduate Degree forms are available in Office of Graduate Studies. This fee does not cover the cost of academic apparel for the commencement ceremony.
Final grades are due from the instructors the early part of the week following the end of the term.
Computer processing of grades requires an additional week. The degree clearance process takes place two to six weeks after the end of the term. UW-Superior conducts one formal commencement each year at the end of May. Individuals completing their studies in August or December are invited to participate in the commencement ceremony the following May. Caps and gowns must be worn by all graduates at commencement and may be purchased through the University Bookstore. To participate in the commencement ceremony, a student must have completed or be currently enrolled in courses which complete all graduation requirements. A minimum of 21 of these credits must be graded with letter grades.