Applying For Graduation – Undergraduate Students
When to Apply
You must have an expected senior standing at the time of your application. In other words, you need to have 90 or more earned credits. This should occur approximately 2 academic semesters before your anticipated graduation term (please note — the last 30 credits must be earned at 51ԹϺ).
Application Instructions
- Apply for graduation in My51ԹϺ (Student Center under the “Other Academics” drop-down menu). Once you have applied, the graduation fee will be placed on your student account. You may pay this fee along with any outstanding tuition or fees by clicking “Make a Payment.”
- Fall Undergraduate Application Deadline - October 1
- Spring Undergraduate Application Deadline - March 1
- Summer Undergraduate Application Deadline - July 1
- Note: Deadlines for graduation will differ for graduate students. See Applying for Graduation — Graduate Students above for more details.
- Review your Academic Requirements Report under “My Academics” in My51ԹϺ. Make plans to complete any outstanding requirements by the end of your graduating semester. See your academic advisor if you have any questions about what classes you need to take.
- Prepare for Commencement.
Important Note: If you do not anticipate completing your degree requirements in the semester you applied for, you must contact the Graduation Office at graduation@unlv.edu. Failure to do so will prevent you from registering and from applying for a future semester.
Applying For Graduation – Graduate Students
Graduate Graduation Deadlines
- Fall Graduate Application Deadline - October 1
- Spring Graduate Application Deadline - March 1
- Summer Graduate Application Deadline - June 1
Graduation and Diploma Fee
A non-refundable $125 graduation and diploma fee will post to your account when you apply to graduate.
The graduation and diploma fee will appear for each degree/certificate, not each major, for which you apply. The fee supports three full-time positions that play a role in reviewing and processing graduation applications. The fee also covers diploma printing and mailing, and a portion of the fee covers the commencement ceremony.
Applicants should send late application requests to graduation@unlv.edu. If approved, the student will also be responsible for paying an additional $20 late fee.
Diploma Reorder Service
Replacement diplomas may be ordered via our . Replacement diplomas cost $20 plus shipping. Orders will be printed and mailed within 1-2 business days. An e-diploma is also available for $10. This is a signed and certified PDF of your original paper diploma. There are no shipping charges for an e-diploma.