Graduation
Graduation Procedures
Students must complete and submit an Application for Graduation by the deadlines specified below in order to be considered for graduation. An online application is available through WebAdvisor. Applications for Graduation received after the specified due date will be applied to the next graduation period.
Convocation ceremonies are only scheduled once per year in June, but there are four graduation periods throughout the year: in August, October, February and June. The Application for Graduation deadlines are as follows:
| Deadline for Application for Graduation | Convocation Period |
|---|---|
| On or before July 1 | August |
| On or before October 1 | October |
| On or before January 1 | February |
| On or before May 1 | June |
Diplomas will be mailed to those who graduate in August, October or February as well as for those June graduates who do not attend convocation.
Transcripts
Graduates will each receive one official transcript upon graduation. To order additional transcripts, students must present their request in writing to the Office of the Registrar. The fee for additional transcripts is outlined in the Service Fees section of the University’s website.
Replacement of Graduation Diplomas
Graduates may apply in writing to the Office of the Registrar for a replacement of their graduation diplomas. The fee for a replacement diploma is outlined in the Service Fees section of the University’s website.
Convocation Ceremony
Convocation ceremonies are normally scheduled in June. Please consult the convocation website for comprehensive information about this year’s convocation ceremonies.
Distinction at Graduation
Undergraduate students graduating with an overall average of 80% or higher on all Nipissing courses that are required to complete the degree will be granted their degree “with distinction.” Students must complete a minimum of 60 credits at Nipissing for the degree in order to be eligible to graduate with distinction.
Residency Requirements
To be considered for a Nipissing University degree, all students must successfully complete a prescribed number of credits at Nipissing. Consult the undergraduate and graduate regulations for more information about program-specific residency requirements.