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Commencement Information
Visit Commencement.unl.edu for information on upcoming commencement ceremonies.
Commencement Website
Students must file an Application for Graduation via MyRED early in the semester in which they intend to graduate.
Failure to meet the published deadline will delay graduation one full term.
Graduation Application Dates
| Term | Graduation Date | First Day to Register | Last Day to Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026: Term 1268 | December 2026 | August 17, 2026 | September 11, 2026 |
| Spring 2027: Term 1271 | May 2027 | December 21, 2026 | January 22, 2027 |
| Summer 2027: Term 1275 | August 2027 | May 10, 2027 | June 11, 2027 |
| Fall 2027: Term 1278 | December 2027 | August 16, 2027 | September 10, 2027 |
Online Graduation Application
For the online Application for Graduation, log in to MyRED and select the “Academics” tab. This will take you to the online Application. While the application is user friendly, step-by-step instructions can be found under Online Graduation Application Instructions.
Each electronic Application for Graduation will result in a $25.00 non-refundable charge on your student bill. If you are graduating with multiple degrees or certificates in a single term, you must check each degree or certificate you intend to receive on the electronic form, and you will be billed a $25.00 non-refundable fee for each degree and certificate. The Application and fee apply only to the term indicated on the application and is not transferable to another term.
Graduation Application Fees
| Fee Description | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Graduation Application (per degree) | $25.00 |
| Diplomas Mailed Outside of Continental USA (per diploma) | $15.00 |
| Diploma Replacement | $20.00 |
| Diploma Cover Replacement (padded cover) | $5.00 |