Graduation

Are you ready to graduate? Find information on how-to apply, the requirements for graduation and commencement.

How-To Apply

Two semesters before you expect to graduate:

• Complete the Application for Graduation (NVCC 125-64)
• Schedule an appointment with your faculty advisor to evaluate your eligibility for graduation
  • Bring the Application for Graduation to the appointment
  • Your advisor will sign the application if everything is in order
• Submit the Application for Graduation to your campus Admissions Office by the deadline. View application deadlines.

Graduation Requirements

To be eligible for graduation, all associate degree, certificate and career studies certificate students must:

• Fulfill all of the course work and credit hour requirements as outlined in the college catalog
• Be approved for graduation by their faculty advisor
• Earn a grade point average of at least 2.00
• Complete at least 25% of the credit required at NOVA
• Resolve all financial obligations to the college and return all materials

Commencement

A commencement ceremony is held each year in May. There is no fee for graduation, but students are required to purchase academic regalia for the ceremony.

The 2008 ceremony will be held at the George Mason Patriot Center on Tuesday, May 13.  Click on this link for other important graduation details.  This year you can preregister for commencement photos, to ensure that you'll receive your proofs in a timely manner.

Honors

Students with the following cumulative grade point averages will graduate with honors:

• 3.20 - 3.49: Cum Laude (With Honor)
• 3.50 - 3.79: Magna Cum Laude (With High Honor)
• 3.80 - 4.00: Summa Cum Laude (With Highest Honor)

The Dean’s List and Presidential Scholars List is posted twice a year.