Important Reminder
Only students who have met all academic requirements will be permitted to participate in commencement exercises.
At this time, a definitive timeline for reopening Buildings 32 and 42 has not been established. The reopening of these facilities remains contingent upon the successful completion of repairs, testing, inspections and confirmation that the affected electrical distribution equipment can be safely re-energized.
Although we understand the critical role these facilities play in supporting academic programs, student success and university operations, safety must remain our highest priority. Re-energizing the system before it is fully restored could result in additional equipment damage, create electrical safety risks and potentially prolong the closure of both buildings.
Visit the Campus Alerts page for more information.
For safety concerns, contact OPSEM at 202-274-5050. For emergencies, call 911.
Important ReminderOnly students who have met all academic requirements will be permitted to participate in commencement exercises.
Follow these steps to apply to graduate:
Submit your graduation application online by the deadline for your term of completion:
Visit Student Life's Graduating Students page for information about graduation photos, invitations and other commencement-related items.
Graduates are required to participate in the commencement ceremony associated with their term of completion:
Graduation clearance is handled by your academic department. Please reach out to your department for information about graduation clearance.
Bachelor's degree candidates must complete at least 60% of the credits required for graduation at the University of the District of Columbia to be eligible for university honors.
Honors are based on your cumulative GPA in all hours attempted:
Associate degree candidates must complete at least 60% of the credits required for graduation at the University of the District of Columbia to be eligible for university honors.
Diplomas are issued by the university's diploma vendor, Parchment.
Diploma covers are distributed to graduates at the commencement ceremony.