Graduation
Tips and resources to help you prepare for your big day.
Are you graduating at the end of the term? Review the following details to make preparing for graduation easier, including what you’ll need to do for certification, and graduation clearance. We’ll also send you information and deadline reminders via e-mail to your student account, so check your e-mail regularly and keep your mailing address up-to-date. Address changes can be made through EdWeb.
GradFest: Your Single Source for Graduation
We make getting everything you need for graduation easy. Join us for GradFest on March 26 to quickly get all the things you need, such as rings, announcements, caps and gowns. If you can’t make it to GradFest, visit the St. Edward’s University bookstore after March 26 for all your graduation supplies.
Ceremony Date & Location
Spring 2008 graduation ceremony:
The ceremony will include the following groups:
- Undergraduate students
- New College students
- Graduate students
| Key Dates for Spring 2008 Graduates |
| Feb. 18 |
All certifications due in the Office of the Registrar |
| Feb. 25 |
Information/confirmation letters mailed to students |
| March 26 |
GradFest scheduled from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Ragsdale Center, Mabee Ballroom. |
| March 31 |
Graduation/diploma information letters due in the Office of the Registrar |
| 1st week of April |
Baccalaureate planning meeting in Mang House. Contact Sr. Ann Francis Monedero at 448-8548 for more information. |
| May 1 |
Commencement practice in Ragsdale Center, Mabee Ballroom 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Reception to follow in Ragsdale Plaza. |
| May 2 |
Baccalaureate Mass at St. Ignatius Martyr, Catholic Church, 126 West Oltorf St. at 7 p.m. |
| May 3 |
Commencement Ceremony in the Frank Erwin Center at 10 a.m. |
| June 2 |
Deadline for all credits to be received in the Office of the Registrar |
| June 27 |
Diplomas (without holds) mailed to permanent address or available for pick up if prior arrangements are made. |
Get a checklist to help
you track the key dates and steps you need to take for graduation.
Preparing for the Ceremony
To make sure your day goes smoothly, keep the following tips from the Office of the Registrar in mind:
- Allow plenty of time to park and line up 45 minutes prior to the ceremony.
- As the university does not have a secure place for your valuables, please do not bring purses or other items to the ceremony.
Do you require special assistance? Please contact the Office of the Registrar by April 14, 2008.
Dressing for Graduation
Students must wear their caps, gowns, hoods and tassels for each ceremony. You may purchase these items and order announcements at the University Bookstore. Please allow at least two weeks for delivery.
When you purchase your hood and tassel, be sure you receive the correct color.
| Degree Programs |
Tassel Color |
| MA in Human Services |
White |
| MA in Counseing |
White |
| MA in Teaching |
White |
| Master of Liberal Arts |
White |
| Bachelor of Arts |
White |
| Bachelor of Arts in Applied Science |
White |
| Bachelor of Liberal Studies |
White |
| Master of Business Administration |
Tan |
| Bachelor of Business Administration |
Tan |
| MS in Computer Information Services |
Gold |
| MS in Project Management |
Gold |
| MS in Organizational Leadership & Ethics |
Gold |
| Bachelor of Science |
Gold |
Ordering Your Class Ring
Rings may be ordered at any time and require six to eight weeks for delivery. Contact the Bookstore at 512-448-8575 for order deadlines.
Need to have your diploma picked up?
If someone else is picking up your diploma and/or transcripts, you must provide a written and signed statement instructing the Office of the Registrar to release these documents to the person. The person will be required to show a photo ID in addition to the signed letter of instruction.
Are you an international student?
To avoid a delay in receiving your diploma, you should make arrangements to have your diploma and transcripts notarized no later than four weeks prior to the date diplomas are available. Contact the Office of the Registrar at 512-448-8752 for detailed information.
Graduation Honors
A student must complete 60 hours of credit in residence at St. Edward's with the appropriate grade point average in order to be eligible for graduation with honors. Credit by examination will not be counted in the 60 hours for graduation honors.
Graduate students with a 4.0 are recognized at Honors Night, not the graduation ceremony.
Undergraduate students who entered the university prior to Fall 2007 and continuing students who graduate prior to Fall 2009 will receive recognition during the ceremony for the following distinctions:
- Cum Laude for a point average of 3.20
- Magna Cum Laude for 3.40
- Summa Cum Laude for 3.70
New undergraduate students who enter the university in Fall 2007 or later and continuing undergraduate students who graduate in Fall 2009 or later will receive recognition during the ceremony for the following distinctions:
- Cum Laude for a point average of 3.50
- Magna Cum Laude for 3.70
- Summa Cum Laude for 3.90
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