For step-by-step instructions see the Quick Reference: How to Apply for Graduation.
All graduate degree and graduate certificate students should complete an Application for Graduation, including the appropriate fee, with the Office of the Registrar by the following dates:
| Graduation Term | Application Deadline | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Graduation | By May 31 | $50.00 |
| June 1 - August 31 | $80.00 | |
| September 1 - September 30 | $100.00 | |
| Spring Graduation | By November 30 | $50.00 |
| December 1 - January 15 | $80.00 | |
| January 16 - February 15 | $100.00 | |
| Summer Graduation | By April 30 | $50.00 |
| May 1 - May 31 | $80.00 | |
| June 1 - June 30 | $100.00 |
Please notify the Office of Graduate Education (graduate@nku.edu or 859-572-6364) if your graduation date changes. A new application may need to be completed.
Students MUST be enrolled in the term they wish to graduate.
