Congratulations on your upcoming graduation from Appalachian State University!
It is important to keep in mind that graduation is not synonymous with walking in the Commencement Ceremony. While the ceremony is an important representation of the completion of your academic career, the actual process of clearing a student to graduate and awarding their degree is separate.
Students who do not submit an application for graduation will not have their degree awarded and will not receive a diploma.
The entire Appalachian community takes great pride in your achievements, and it is our sincere hope that you will plan to participate in the Commencement Ceremony so we can recognize your hard work and success.
Please visit Appalachian’s Commencement site for ceremony details and information for visitors.
Spring 2020 Deadlines
Application opens:
August 26, 2019
Last day to apply and have name in commencement program:
April 24, 2020*
Final day to apply:
May 7, 2020
*name will not appear in commencement program after this date
Summer 2020 Deadlines
Application opens:
August 26, 2019
Last day to apply and have name in commencement program:
April 24, 2020*
Final day to apply:
August 3, 2020
*name will not appear in commencement program after this date
Fall 2020 Deadlines
Application opens:
January 27, 2020
Last day to apply and have name in commencement program:
October 30, 2020*
Final day to apply:
December 10, 2020
*name will not appear in commencement program after this date