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Frequently Asked Questions
- Below is a list of frequently asked questions. Students needing additional assistance should contact graduation@tamu.edu.
- Ceremony information for guests may be found on the Registrar’s Graduation website along with an FAQ for guests.
Student Preparation
How do I apply for graduation?
All students are required to apply for their degree in order to receive their diploma. The application rule and process may be found on the Applying for Your Degree page of the graduation website.
What steps do I need to take so I can participate in the ceremony?
Please review the Graduation Checklist. For additional questions please contact Degree Audit at degree-audit@tamu.edu.
Will guest tickets be required for Spring 2026 graduation?
Guest tickets are not required for the Spring 2026 ceremony.
Where can I buy regalia?
All graduates who participate in the ceremony must wear the appropriate commencement attire and are required to wear Texas A&M University regalia for the degree they will be awarded. Please review the Things to Order for Ceremony page for additional information.
What color hood should I order?
Review the appropriate hood colors based on your Degree and Major.
Are there rehearsals for students?
There is no advance rehearsal unless a student has requested a special accommodation or otherwise noted for a specific commencement ceremony on the Graduation Schedule page.
I have a disability. Do you offer special accommodations?
Yes. Degree candidates needing disability accommodations in order to participate in one of the main campus ceremonies located on the Texas A&M University College Station campus should contact Laura Zeig via email (graduation@tamu.edu) or phone 979-845-1059 by Monday of the week before graduation. For additional information, please refer to the Disability Accommodations section of our website.
I'm Commissioning. What do I need to know?
Please visit the Military Commissioning page.
Day of Ceremony
Which ceremony will I attend?
Students will participate in the ceremony based on their college. A full breakdown of the ceremony schedule is located here. Some programs have been granted an exception to the ceremony their students will participate in. Those exceptions can be found here.
I'm earning multiple degrees this semester, which ceremony will I attend?
Students earning two Undergraduate Degrees will attend the ceremony for their primary degree. Students pursuing a combination program will attend the ceremony for the higher priority degree (Example – a Master’s and a Bachelor’s degree, students would attend the ceremony for the Master’s degree). Please visit the Ceremony Assignment for Dual Degrees section on the What to Expect, Day Of page.
What time do graduates need to arrive?
Reed Arena - Unless otherwise stated on the graduation schedule, degree candidates should arrive an hour before their ceremony begins. Check-in will take place at the North Entry of Reed Arena. Those that have not checked in thirty minutes prior to the start of the ceremony will be marked as absent and not announced in the ceremony.
Where do I go once I arrive at the graduation venue?
Wondering where to go for graduation? Line formation? Graduates should enter through the North Entry of Reed Arena. Please visit the What to Expect, Day of page for graduation day details for the degree candidates.
I'm graduating with honors. Will I be recognized at graduation and receive a stole?
Congratulations! Yes, those graduating with honors will be acknowledged at commencement by gold-colored honor stoles. Stoles for honor graduates will be distributed during check-in before graduation. Additional information may be found on the Graduating with Honors page of the graduation website.
Will there be a place to store my personal items at Reed Arena?
No. Graduates are expected to keep their personal items with them at all times. For essentials, such as phones and wallets, graduates may bring a small fanny pack or clear bag to wear under their regalia to store these items.
Can graduates leave the ceremony early?
Graduating students are requested to respect their fellow graduates by staying for the duration of the ceremony.
Diploma and Graduation Clearance
When will my diploma ship?
Degree candidates will receive their diploma after the ceremony via mail as long as they have submitted their graduation application, have met all degree requirements, and have cleared any financial obligations owed to the university. The students who pass the initial clearance can expect their diploma to ship two to three weeks after graduation. Students who clear after the initial clearance and before the final clearance deadline can expect their diploma to ship based on the scheduled posted to the Diploma Information page. An email with tracking information will be sent to the graduate’s Texas A&M email account once the diploma ships.
When can I expect to receive my diploma?
Please allow at least 3 weeks for the delivery of a diploma to an address within the continental United States. For international deliveries, please allow up to 8 weeks for a diploma to arrive. These timeframes account for current delays in shipping and potential customs delays for international orders. We appreciate students understanding and patience. For any questions or further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to degree-audit@tamu.edu.
What name will be printed on my diploma?
The name printed on a student's diploma will be the name listed on a student's official records at the time the degree is awarded. More information about the name change process can be found on the Personal Information Change page.
What happens if I fail a course or a grade is not submitted for me? Do I still get to walk?
Yes, students who have an active graduation application for degree may still walk. However, they will have to complete degree requirements by the final deadline to graduate and receive a diploma.
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