Important Dates
| DATE | ANNOUNCEMENT |
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October 5, 2026 |
RSVP for commencement opens. RSVP will be sent to Islander email to all students who have applied for graduation. |
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October 6-7, 2026 |
Islander Graduation Kickoff, University Center, Lone Star Ballroom 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| October 6, 2026 |
Islander Lei sales open. Purchase your lei here. |
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October 12, 2026 |
Last day to apply for graduation – regular fee ($40) |
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October 26, 2026 |
Doctoral regalia purchase deadline through Campus Bookstore. For expedited option, please contact Campus Bookstore. |
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November 13, 2026 |
Islander Lei sales close at 5pm |
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November 14, 2026 |
Last day to order regalia for home shipping. Order your regalia here. |
| November 14, 2026 |
Doctoral Regalia Rental Deadline (through Campus Bookstore) |
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November 16, 2026 |
RSVP for commencement closes (last day to request to participate in the ceremony). |
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November 23, 2026 |
Last day to apply for graduation for name to appear in commencement-related materials. |
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November 27, 2026 |
Last day to apply for graduation – late fee ($55) |
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December 12, 2026 |
Commencement Ceremony
10 A.M.:
TBD
2 P.M.:
TBD
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January 8, 2027 |
Deadline to submit transcripts for transfer credit |
| January 8, 2027 |
Last day to update mailing address in SAIL |
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January 20, 2027 |
Diplomas available for pickup in SSC (Round Building) |
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February 22, 2027 |
Diplomas mailed out |
Graduates will receive an email when diplomas are available to be picked up. Diplomas that are not picked up during the designated pick-up period will be automatically mailed to the graduate’s permanent address listed on SAIL Graduates are encouraged to check their SAIL account and make sure their address is up to date. Graduates are also responsible for checking any academic holds on their SAIL account. Financial Aid and/or Business Office holds will prevent you from receiving your transcript and diploma.