Congratulations on your upcoming graduation from Appalachian State University!
Graduation and Commencement are two separate events. What is the difference? Graduation is NOT synonymous with walking in Commencement.
Spring or Summer II graduation will be celebrated in the May ceremonies. Fall graduation will be celebrated in the December ceremonies.
View details: Appalachian State Commencement
The entire App State community is excited to celebrate your achievements!
Fall 2026 Deadlines
Application opens:
January 30, 2026
Last day to apply to graduate and be included in the Fall Commencement ceremony:
November 6, 2026
Final day to apply:
December 10, 2026
Spring 2027 Deadlines
Application opens:
September 2, 2026
Last day to apply to graduate and be included in the Spring Commencement ceremony:
April 9, 2027
Final day to apply:
May 5, 2027
Summer 2027 Deadlines
Application opens:
September 2, 2026
Last day to apply to graduate and be included in the Spring Commencement ceremony. The Spring ceremony is to celebrate BOTH Spring and Summer graduates:
April 9, 2027
Final day to apply:
August 9, 2027