Why do I have to apply to graduate? 🔹 How does the university know when I’m ready to graduate? 🔹 Do I need to tell someone I’m finishing my program? 🔹 Why can’t the university just graduate me automatically?

Learn why applying to graduate is a required step before finishing your program and how it helps the university confirm your eligibility to graduate.

You know your own academic career goals best, and we rely on you to let us know when you are planning to complete them, by applying to graduate. 

Here’s why it matters:

• ✅ You’re in control: You know your own goals and timeline best.
• 🗓️ We need to check your progress: When you apply, we review your completed and in-progress courses to make sure you’ve met all the requirements for your program.
• 🤝 It’s a team effort: Your application triggers a review by both the Registrar’s Office and your academic department.
• 📅 It happens more than once: We check your progress several times during your final year to make sure everything is on track.

📌 Important: You must apply before the posted deadline to be considered for graduation.

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🎓 How to Apply

You can apply to graduate through Acadia University Self-Service. Under Academics, select Graduation Overview.

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📘 Helpful Definitions:

• Registrar’s Office: The department that manages student records, course registration, and graduation.
• Academic Department: The faculty or school that oversees your specific program of study.

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🔗 Suggested Terms and Links:

• Acadia University Self-Service
• Graduation Deadlines & Program Requirements are found in the Academic Calendar