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Graduation &
Convocation

College of Science
Graduation Ceremonies
 

Graduation Ceremonies

Beginning this year, the College of Science will no longer host a separate winter graduation ceremony. Instead, students graduating in the winter will have the opportunity to participate in our College of Science Spring Convocation, joining their fellow College of Science graduates for a larger celebration of this important achievement.

If you are a winter graduate, you will still be recognized as a College of Science graduate and will have the opportunity to participate in the spring ceremony. Additional information about ceremony dates, registration, tickets, and other details will be shared with you as they become available.

We understand that graduation is a deeply meaningful moment for students and their families, and we appreciate your flexibility as we make this transition. Most importantly, we want you to know that your accomplishment deserves to be celebrated—and we look forward to celebrating you with the full College of Science community.

We will share additional details about the spring 2027 graduation ceremony soon.

Applying for Graduation or Filing for Degree Candidacy

Important: For undergraduate students, graduation from the University of Arizona requires a degree audit (also known as a degree check) in order to award a diploma, and there is a $50 candidacy fee involved. Students are strongly urged to begin this process and file for degree candidacy before registering for the last semester of course work, but not more than 1 year before the planned graduation date. Visit the UA Office of the Registrar website for more information.

  • Students graduating in December (fall) or January (winter) must file for degree candidacy by September 1st.
  • Students graduating in May (spring) for August (summer) must file for degree candidacy by February 1st. 

To file for degree candidacy, students in the College of Science must begin the process with their major advisor. MATH majors should email the Math Center to get started with their degree candidacy process at mathcenter@math.arizona.edu.

Late fees of $50 will also apply to students who file after the deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Take a moment to thoroughly review the Frequently Asked Questions section below. If you still have questions, please contact us at uascigraduates@arizona.edu.

We will share details regarding the 2027 College of Science Convocation Ceremony soon. Please speak with your academic advisor if you have any questions in the meantime.

Applied Mathematics, Applied Physics, Astronomy, Audiology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Data Science, Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, Hydrology & Atmospheric Sciences, Biology, Geosciences, Integrated Science, Mathematics, Molecular & Cellular Biology, Natural Science for Teachers, Neuroscience & Cognitive Science, Physics, Planetary Sciences, Psychological Science, Psychology, Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences, and other GIDP degrees as well.

Instructions on how to RSVP for the College of Science Spring 2027 Graduation Ceremony will be emailed to students in March. Please speak with your academic advisor if you have questions.

Yes, you may still participate, but you will not have a personalized slide as you cross the stage and may not have your name listed in the event program.

The University of Arizona hosts a Commencement ceremony during the spring semester inside the football stadium. Visit the Commencement web page for specific details at http://commencement.arizona.edu.

We will share information about the spring 2027 graduation ceremony soon. Please speak with your academic advisor if you have questions.

All graduates will be ushered to sit with their department. If you have a double major, you are welcome to sit with either department you choose.

All guests sit in the stands.

You will be seated with your department. An usher will signal your department to line up at the right of the stage. Undergraduates will line up first, followed by Master's students, then by PhD's. You will hand your card to the person wearing the headphones at the top of the ramp leading to the stage. They will hand it back to you, and then you move forward and hand it to the name reader. Don't worry - it's very easy and goes very fast once you see it done the first time.

We will share information about the spring 2027 graduation ceremony soon. Please speak with your academic advisor if you have questions.

We will share information about the spring 2027 graduation ceremony soon. Please speak with your academic advisor if you have questions.

We encourage you to wear cap and gown, but you can also wear business dress. Graduation regalia (undergrad & grad students) is available for sale through the UA Bookstore. On the UA Bookstore website, under the Graduation tab (top of the page) you can select either undergrad or graduate cap & gowns to order your graduation attire.

A clear bag policy is in effect for all attendees.

We reserve seats near the stage for mentors. When your department is called, your mentor will follow you onto the stage and hood you. Graduate students being hooded must wear their cap & gown. Please send your mentor to this website if they have questions.

When you RSVP, you will indicate if you want to be contacted by the photographer or you can go to www.gradimages.com to review/order your prints.

Yes, the ceremony will be livestreamed. We will share the link to watch later in the semester.

The stage for the College of Science Convocation is wheelchair accessible.

Parking & Access

The university is committed to creating an inclusive and universal experience for commencement and convocation ceremonies. Please review the information for Commencement - Disability Access for Students and Guests in addition to the Commencement's Parking and Access information. 

Wheelchair Rentals

Please contact the following company to discuss options for wheelchair rentals. 

Please email us directly at uascigraduates@arizona.edu if you have any questions.