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Steps to Graduation

Steps to Graduation

  1. Submit a Graduation Application
    • Log in to your Student Information System on or before the first Friday of the semester you plan to graduate. Please refer to the Academic Calendar for the exact dates.
    • Students pursuing multiple degrees (bachelor’s, master’s, certificates) must apply for each degree separately.
    • Undergraduate students: Apply once you have completed 90 credit hours, including at least 20 credits at UM-Flint.
    • Graduate students: Please check with your academic advisor for the specific application deadline.
    • Submitting your application on time ensures inclusion in the commencement program, emails, official graduation publications, consideration for Maize and Blue recognition, and honors recognition.
  2. Review Your Degree Progress
    • Run a degree evaluation through your SIS account and schedule an appointment with your advisor. Regular progress reviews are strongly recommended.
  3. Complete the First Destination Survey
    • All graduates are asked to complete this survey. The information helps add measurable value to the university. Contact Career Services with any questions.
  4. Update Your Application if Needed
    • Any changes to your graduation application must be submitted via the Graduation Update Form in SIS.
    • Failure to inform the Registrar’s Office of changes may delay graduation.
    • If you do not complete degree requirements in your declared semester, your graduation application becomes inactive. To reactivate it, submit an Update Graduation Application form through SIS.

How to Apply for Graduation

  • Log in to SIS.
  • Open the Graduation Menu.
  • Click on Apply to Graduate.
  • Select a program and click Continue.
  • Select a graduation term from the drop-down menu and click Continue.
  • Select or edit the name you would like printed on your diploma and click Continue.
    • (Please note: Students can only edit their first and middle names.)
  • Review the information on the next page and click Submit Request.

How to Review Your Graduation Application

  • Log in to SIS.
  • Open the Graduation Menu.
  • Click on View Graduation Application.
  • Are you finishing multiple degrees or certificates during the same semester?
    • If yes, you must submit a separate application for each program.

Questions

Please contact the Office of the Registrar at 810-762-3344 or evaluators@umich.edu.