Checklist for Graduating Students

1. Review your graduation requirements with your dean's office.

Be sure you are on track to complete your degree by reviewing all degree requirements with your dean's office.

2. Register Online for Parking.

If you are attending events on Sunday, May 19, students must register online to obtain up to two free parking hangtags for you and your guests to park on campus that day. Visit Parking Guidelines for more details.

3. Obtain your academic regalia.

All degree candidates must wear academic regalia. You can order it now from the Barnes & Noble at Rutgers. Check out our academic regalia page for more information.

4. Invite your guests.

You may invite as many family members and friends to attend University Commencement as you would like.

After spring break, you will receive six printed commemorative invitations with envelopes from your school. School of Arts and Sciences students will received their invitations from the Barnes & Noble at Rutgers when they receive their regalia. You may also download electronic commemorative invitations for emailing or posting to social media. If you would like additional printed invitations, please request them from the dean's office at your school.

Please note that some convocations may have more limited seating. Check with your school for details.

5. Clear your outstanding library and financial obligations.

All items borrowed from the Rutgers University Libraries must be returned or accounted for, and all financial obligations to the university must be cleared before you can graduate. To learn more about Financial Holds and Loan Exit Counseling, visit the Student Accounting, Billing, and Cashiering website.