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NYU-SCPS Graduation Events Information

Graduation Checklist for 2012
 

(Candidates for Undergraduate, and Masters Degrees, and Graduate Certificates):

  1. Did you apply to Graduate?
    Invitations will be mailed the third week in March to your address on record. May candidates must apply for graduation by February 3rd in order to receive an invitation. Please note that receipt of a Save-the-Date card and/or an invitation should not be considered official notice of graduation. Such notice must come from the Office of the University Registrar. If you have not received your invitation by April 4th, please verify your address at the University Registrar's Office located on the 1st floor at 25 West Fourth Street. Please visit the http://www.nyu.edu/registrar/graduation/deadlines.html for information regarding graduation application deadlines.

    • EXCEPTION TO MARCH EARLY: As approved by the University’s Deans Council, candidates for graduation who have up to two courses outstanding to complete their degree may petition their school for eligibility to participate in the All-University Commencement. The two courses must be completed by the end of the summer. Students with extenuating circumstances (for example, international students whose visas expire or who are subject to travel restrictions) will have their situations reviewed on a case-by-case basis.  Eligible students should see their advisor and make sure their paper work is completed no later than April 2nd. Further instructions and details on this process can be provided by program advisors.
       
  2. Attend 100 Nights Before Commencement on Monday, February 13, 2012 from 7 - 9 pm in the Eisner and Lubin Auditorium in the Kimmel Center. 100 Nights is an annual fair that provides information on school-specific graduation ceremonies, Commencement and Grad Alley, cap and gown rental, graduation photos, alumni associations and a variety of other graduate-related resources.
     
  3. Did you order your tickets for the NYU SCPS Convocation Ceremony?
    • Tickets for the Undergraduate Ceremony: Each participating graduate and candidate for graduation is eligible to bring up to four guests (Graduates do not need a ticket). You will be able to reserve tickets online between April 1, 2012 and April 21, 2012. You cannot be guaranteed tickets if you do not order in advance of ticket distribution.
      Please note: Tickets will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis. Once all tickets for the ballroom are allocated, guests will be given tickets to the TV viewing room. We encourage you to book your tickets early.
    • Tickets for the Graduate Ceremony:
      Each participating graduate and candidate for graduation is eligible to bring up to four guests (Graduates do not need a ticket) and will be given 3 ballroom tickets and one TV viewing ticket. You will be able to reserve tickets online between April 1, 2012 and April 21, 2012. You cannot be guaranteed tickets if you do not order in advance of ticket distribution.
      Please note: Tickets will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis. Once all tickets for the ballroom are allocated, guests will be given tickets to the TV viewing room. We encourage you to book your tickets early.
       
    • Make sure you order and pick up your tickets.
       
  4. Did you order your tickets for the NYU Commencement Ceremony and Grad Alley?
    If you plan to attend the All-University Commencement and Grad Alley, you must order tickets between Monday, March 12th, and Friday, May 4th. (Check website http://www.nyu.edu/life/events-traditions/commencement/tickets.html for ordering instructions.)

    • Make sure you order and pick up your tickets.
       
  5. Have you ordered your Academic Attire?
    Academic Attire: Graduates and degree candidates who wish to participate are required to wear academic attire. Orders may be placed online: http://colleges.herffjones.com/college/nyu/
    • DEADLINES:
      Undergraduate candidates must order academic attire by Monday, April 16, 2012.
      Graduate candidates orders must be received on-line by Monday, April 9, 2012.
       
    • Make sure you order and pick up your academic attire.
       
  6. The NYU Photo Bureau will offer Commencement portrait sessions from Tuesday, May 8th, through Friday, May 11th, in the Kimmel Center, 60 Washington Square South, Room 405.
    Hours: May 8 and 9 from 12:00-8:00 pm; May 10 and 11 from 9:00 am-8:00 pm

    Portraits can be taken individually or with friends/family. Caps and gowns will be available for individual photos. Please note: For group photos with four (4) or more participants, please contact the Photo Bureau to make an appointment (call 212-998-6826, or email photo.bureau@nyu.edu). In addition, for groups, please bring your own caps and gowns. The Commencement Portrait sitting fee is $15.00, non-refundable, and can be paid at the time of the appointment by cash or check. Portrait proofs and portrait package rates will be emailed and mailed to you within a week. Package prices start at $27.95.

    To make an appointment and more information, please click here: