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Preparing for Graduation

Students preparing for graduation should review the deadlines and requirements below to ensure they are on track to graduate.

Graduation Requirements and Deadlines

  • Senior Verification Form: Required for all candidates for graduation.
  • Application to Graduate: Must be submitted by the designated deadline.
  • CLEP Examination Results: All results must be received by the designated deadline. Late submissions may affect eligibility to participate in Commencement.
  • Senior Survey: Must be completed by the designated deadline.
  • First Destination Survey: Required for eligible candidates for graduation.
  • Graduation Clearance Process: Must be completed by the designated deadline.

Commencement Events

  • Class Day
  • Baccalaureate Ceremony
  • Commencement Ceremony

Official deadlines and ceremony dates are announced each academic year. Students are responsible for reviewing the published schedule and completing all required steps by the applicable deadlines.

Important: All required graduation forms, surveys and clearance steps marked as mandatory must be completed before graduation.

You can monitor your academic progress and degree requirements through Degree Works.

Contact Info

Event Strategy and Management

350 Spelman Lane, S.W., Atlanta, GA. 30314
2nd Floor, Rockefeller Building

404-270-5822
events@spelman.edu

Mon. - Fri. | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.