Congratulations! If you’re looking at this page, you’re almost ready to wrap up a successful graduate career at Binghamton University.
Use the deadlines and instructions below to ensure a smooth and successful final semester. Note: These deadlines are important. If the deadlines are not met, you will have to register for the next semester and receive your degree then.
International students: If you do not graduate by the completion date listed on your I-20, you must apply for a program extension with ISSS.
| Deadlines | Summer 2011 | Fall 2011 | Spring 2012 | Summer 2012 |
File a Graduate Application for Degree (GAFD) FormCompliance with the Graduate Application For Degree (GAFD) filing deadline is strongly recommended to allow for timely completion of degree paperwork by The Graduate School and individual programs. |
June 24 |
Sept. 24 |
Feb. 18 |
June 24 |
Check with Your Program to Determine Your Graduation Status.Check with your program to make sure you've completed all departmental requirements. |
Aug. 1 |
Nov. 22 |
May 2 |
Aug. 1 |
Submit Thesis/Dissertation to The Graduate SchoolRecommended Deadline Absolute Deadline View instructions on how to submit your thesis/dissertation. |
Aug. 8 Aug. 12 |
Nov. 29 Dec. 2 |
May 9 May 11 |
Aug. 8 Aug. 10 |
For Departments: Submit Recommendation for Award of Degree forms to The Graduate SchoolFor students completing dissertations/thesis: |
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Attend Commencement Ceremony and CelebrateDegree Conferral Date |
Aug. 19, 2011 Dec. 11, 2011 |
Dec. 18, 2011 Dec. 11, 2011 |
May 20, 2012 May 19, 2012 |
Aug. 17, 2012 Dec. 16, 2012 |
