Before the end of the term, you must:

• Complete all classes required for your degree. Visiting your advisor is recommended.
• Complete all work, with final grade posted on transcript.
• Submit official transcripts for any transfer credits.
• Complete an Application for Graduation.

You will receive a copy of your denied graduation application with a letter explaining the next step in the process. Applications are valid for the original graduation term indicated only. If you are denied, you must reapply.

You must complete the class and then speak with your Academic Advisor/School Dean to see if they are holding your application until a final grade has been submitted. If your Advisor/School Dean denied your application based on the Incomplete (I) or In Progress (PR) grade, you must reapply for graduation.

All students that will graduate at the end of the summer term can walk in the May ceremony.

The last term and year that you attend classes will be your graduation date.

• Diplomas and certificates are generally mailed within four to six weeks after the end of the term.
• Diplomas are not given out at the Commencement ceremony.
• You will not receive your diploma/certificate if you owe a balance on your account.
• All diplomas are mailed to the address listed on the Application for Graduation form. If you do not provide a valid address, your diploma will be mailed to the preferred address on file.

Yes, you will receive a separate diploma for each degree.

To receive an Honors degree, you must graduate with a 3.5 GPA or higher. For a Highest honors degree, you must graduate with a 4.0 GPA.

Students who graduate during the current academic year and the upcoming Summer Term can participate in the May commencement ceremony.

You will receive a letter in April that will let you know how to receive your free cap and gown. You must have a zero balance on your account to receive your cap and gown.

Every graduate will wear a black cap and gown with a gold tassel for the commencement ceremony.

No

You must contact the Cashier and Records Office at 740.753.7025, and your account will be fixed accordingly.

Denied graduates will receive a notification in writing. Approved graduates will receive their diploma in the mail within four to six weeks.

Requests must be made in writing and should include:

• Full name
• Current Address
• Student Id number or Social Security Number
• Date of birth, phone number to contact with questions
• Type of degree/major
• Signature
• Check or money order for $15

Submit Requests To:
Hocking College
Attn: Cashier & Records - Diploma Requests
3301 Hocking Parkway
Nelsonville, OH 45764