Everything you need to know before—and after—the big day
Follow the check list below to ensure you are ready to celebrate your achievement.
- Apply for graduation
All candidates must apply to graduate. Submitting a graduation application means:
- Your degree will be awarded.
- You will receive a diploma.
- You will receive important Commencement Celebration information.
- Your name will appear in the Commencement Celebration program.
- Submit your event participation form by March 31
When you submit your online participation form, you will notify the event organizers:
- Your intent to participate in the IUPUC Commencement Celebration in Columbus and/or the IUPUI Commencement Ceremony in Indianapolis.
- How you want your name to appear in the event program.
- Accessibility requests are due by March 31
Students who are participating in the IUPUC Commencement Celebration and are aided by the use of a wheelchair, or require accessibility assistance, should call the Office of the Vice Chancellor and Dean at 812.348.7226 by Friday, March 31.
- Rent your cap & gown by March 31
Herff Jones is IUPUC's trusted supplier of caps, gowns, graduation announcements, and class rings. Order these items directly through Herff Jones to celebrate your success at IUPUC.
- The deadline to rent caps and gowns is March 31, 2017.
- If you miss the deadline, caps and gowns will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and sizing is not guaranteed. A late fee of $15 will be included.
- After the event, you will return your used gown and your hood (if you rented one) in one of the deposit bins in the auxiliary gym. Your cap and tassel are yours to keep.
- Pre-register for graduation photos
IUPUC uses GradImages to capture your special moment in photographs
- Receive discounts on your photos.
- Register your email address and the addresses of up to six friends and family members who may want to view and order prints.
- GradImages will mail or email each graduate photographed a proof image within five days of the event.
- Graduates will have an opportunity to select from a variety of packages, with no obligation to purchase.
- Get your diploma
The IU and Purdue diploma covers presented during the celebration will not contain actual diplomas.
- Four to six weeks after your final class, you will receive a letter in the U.S. mail from the Office of Registrar Services advising when and how to pick up your diploma.
- Questions regarding your diploma can be directed to the Office of Registrar Services.