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 2012 | Fall 2012 |
Spring 2013 |
Summer 2013 |
File a Graduate Application for Degree (GAFD) FormRecommended Deadline Absolute Deadline, for your name to appear in the printed graduation program Absolute Deadline for submitting GAFD |
June 24 |
Sept. 28 |
Feb. 15
April 19
May 10 |
June 21
Aug. 9 |
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. 19 |
Apr. 26 |
Aug. 2 |
Submit Thesis/Dissertation to The Graduate SchoolRecommended Deadline Absolute Deadline View instructions on how to submit your thesis/dissertation. |
Aug. 8 Aug. 10 |
Nov. 30 Dec. 7 |
April 19 May 10 |
Aug. 7 Aug. 9 |
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. 17, 2012 Dec. 16, 2012 |
Dec. 23, 2012 Dec. 16, 2012 |
May 19, 2013 various |
Aug. 16, 2013 Dec. 15, 2013 |
