1. Pre-Graduation Checklist
Verify Course Registration & Degree Progress
Contact Your Student Success Counselor: Schedule a check-in with your counselor to confirm you are registered for all remaining courses required for graduation.
Degree Progress Audit: Double-check your audit directly in your student portal.
Review Financial Obligations
Pay Balances: Ensure all outstanding tuition and fee balances are paid in full prior to finishing your final classes.
Financial Assistance: If you have questions about financing, contact your Financial Counselor. You can find their email and scheduling link on the left-hand side of your student portal.
Submit the Diploma Application
Look for the "Apply for Diploma" button near the top of your student portal.
Complete this simple form as soon as it appears to confirm the exact spelling and display of your name on your diploma.
Update Contact & Mailing Information
Click on the Person Account Icon in your student portal to review your address and phone number.
Ensure your physical mailing address is accurate so your diploma arrives safely.
Back Up Personal Files & Data
Download and save any personal files, coursework, projects, or documents stored in your student Google Drive and other institutional tools before your final term ends.
Note: Access to certain digital tools (like Google Drive) will end after degree conferral, though you will maintain access to your student email and portal.
2. Degree Conferral & Diploma Timeline
Understanding what happens after your final class finishes helps set realistic expectations for receiving your degree and diploma:
| Milestone | Expected Timeline | Details & Next Steps |
| Final Grades Posted | ~8 Days after final course ends | Official course grades are finalized and posted to your record. |
| Degree Conferral | ~30 Days after grades post | Your degree is officially conferred by the Registrar once all academic requirements are verified. |
| Diploma Processing & Shipping | 8–10 Weeks from conferral date | You will receive email updates from the Registrar when your diploma is ordered and when it officially ships. |
| Official Documents / Transcripts | Available anytime | While waiting for your physical diploma, you can request official transcripts directly through the student portal. |
3. Commencement Ceremony
When: Held annually every May or June.
Formats: Both in-person and virtual options are available so you can celebrate in the way that best fits your preferences.
More Information: Access full details, schedules, and registration under the "Community and Student Life" tab in your student portal by clicking "Commencement".
4. Life After Graduation & Career Resources
Continuous Access
Once your degree is conferred, you will retain access to:
Student Email Account
Student Portal
Career Center Resources
(Remember to back up your Google Drive and other personal student storage prior to your final term ending.)
Career Center Support
Take advantage of lifetime career support as you step into your next professional chapter:
Resume polishing and cover letter assistance.
1-on-1 career coaching for long-term goal setting and job strategy.
Access: Click "Career Center" in the left-hand menu of your student portal.
Thinking About a Master's Degree?
If you choose to continue your education at CSU Global:
Alumni Tuition Discount: All CSU Global undergraduate alumni receive a 10% discount on graduate tuition.
Explore Programs: You can review graduate program offerings here and learn about degree pathways and admissions requirements.