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The General Commencement and School/College Award Ceremonies Participation policy provides guidance on undergraduate student participation in the University’s commencement and awards ceremonies sponsored by the respective schools and colleges.

Undergraduate students who require no more than six (6) academic credit hours to complete their degree requirements may participate in the May Commencement Ceremony and School/College Award Ceremonies if there is a reasonable expectation, as determined by the dean of their school or college, that they will be able to obtain the needed academic credits and satisfy any other degree requirements during the following summer or fall semesters. The maximum of six (6) academic credit hours is firm and not subject to petition