Step 1: Complete Graduation Application
All potential graduates (undergraduate and graduate) must apply for graduation for the semester they will complete all degree requirements. All applicants will be considered as eligible to participate in the commencement ceremony; however, participation is not mandatory. Please review the important graduation application instructions and deadlines below.
Graduation Application Instructions
- Sign in to myGateway using your NTNET credentials
- Select “Student”
- Select “DuckTrax Menu”
- Select “Online Services & Financial Aid”
- Select “Student Records”
- Select “Apply for Graduation”
- Complete Graduation Application
Graduation Application Deadlines
| Graduation Term | Graduation Application Opens | Graduation Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2025 | November 15, 2024 | January 15, 2025 |
| Summer 2025 | April 1, 2025 | June 1, 2025 |
| Fall 2025 | July 15, 2025 | September 15, 2025 |
Step 2: Receive Confirmation
Applicants will receive a confirmation notification via student email after they apply for graduation. Applicants can also confirm their graduation application was received if their “Degree Status” in Degree Works indicates “Pending (appl for graduation)”.
Step 3: Complete Degree Requirements
Applicants must complete all degree requirements in order to graduate and receive their diploma. Degree requirements can be found in the University Catalog and Degree Works in myGateway. Applicants with questions or concerns regarding degree requirements should consult an advisor.
Step 4: Receive Graduation Clearance
Undergraduate applicants will receive a status notification via student email after the graduation application deadline. Applicants should monitor their student email regularly for updates regarding their graduation application.
Graduate applicants should contact the College of Graduate Studies at 254-968-9104 with questions regarding their graduation application status.