Overview

Graduate Degree Application

To graduate, you must apply for your degree regardless of participation in the Commencement ceremony. Degree application is accomplished through myRedDragon.  Students must complete these steps by March 1, 2026.

1. Enter your ID and password.
2. Select the "Student" tab
3. Navigate to the "Registrar" block.
4. Scroll to "Degree and Conferral Information."
5. Select "Graduate Degree Application." 
6. At prompt for Commencement participation, indicate whether you plan to attend the Commencement ceremony.
7. If additional information is needed, please refer to the Degree conferral application process.

Graduate Stage Pass Reservation

Graduate students may reserve their graduate stage pass beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday, March 16 through 11:55 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026.

Visit the Commencement tab in myRedDragon for more details.

Ceremony Attendance

To participate in the Graduate Commencement ceremony, you must have:

• Cap, gown and hood
• Graduate stage pass 
  • Please visit the Commencement tab in myRedDragon for more information on how to print your graduate stage pass.

Guest tickets are not required for admission.

There is no rehearsal for graduate students.  

Enjoy and congratulations to the Class of 2026!