The Graduate School at Michigan State University

Home   About Us   Current Students   Prospective Students   ALANA Students   Faculty/Staff   FAQ   Site Index   MSU Home

Graduation Requirements
Important Dates

Dear Graduate Student:

If you are unable to participate in the commencement ceremony of the semester during which you complete the requirements for your degree, you are welcome to attend the ceremony during any semester.

Additional information about the Advance Degree Commencement Ceremony may be obtained by contacting the Commencement Office at acadevnt@msu.edu.

Information about academic gowns and hoods may be obtained at the Commencement Connection or by visiting the Spartan Spirit Store in the Union Building at 517-355-5116.

Sincerely,

Antonio Nunez
Associate Dean

Deadlines for Submitting a Master's Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation to The Graduate School
Spring 2008.......... May 9, 2008
Summer 2008.......... August 22, 2008
Fall 2008........ December 12, 2008
Spring 2009............... May 14, 2009
Summer 2009.......... August 28, 2009
Fall 2009.......... December 18, 2009

Advance Degrees Commencement Ceremonies

Spring 2008.......... May 2, 2008
Summer 2008........ No Commencement
Fall 2008............... December 5, 2008
Spring 2009.......... May 8, 2009
Summer 2009.......... No Commencement
Fall 2009.......... December 11, 2009 *Students should confirm information on commencement dates the semester of commencement.

Return to Graduation Requirement

Last Updated: 01/03/2008
Problems with website contact: Mikala Rioux