Eligibility

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General Information

Non-graduating last semester students (undergraduate and graduate) are permitted to walk in the May 15, 2027 Commencement ceremonies provided they meet certain requirements at the time of the ceremony; that is, such students are cleared for walking in the same manner that graduating seniors are cleared.

Criteria to be eligible for Walking in May prior to graduating:

  1. It is possible to complete ALL requirements by TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2027 (transcripts, Incomplete grades, any other outstanding documentation).
  2. Student will complete for September 2027 conferral.
  3. No more than TWO courses OR final, clinical/professional rotation(s) as scheduled by your Department, are outstanding.
  4. You are a student in good standing, with a minimum overall GPA of 2.00 Undergraduate or 3.00 Graduate.
  5. You must apply in writing via this form and a completed, signed form must be on file in the Registrar s Office (DS 120) by: MONDAY, APRIL 26, 2027.
  6. You must show proof of Summer Registration to satisfy all outstanding requirements to the Registrar s Office (DS 120) by: MONDAY, APRIL 26, 2027.

You must apply to be considered by completing the Walker Application. 

 Questions or concerns: Contact the Registrar's office. We are located in Duns Scotus, Room 120/122; Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:30AM-4:30PM; TEL: 716-839-8214; FAX: 716-839-8343; EMAIL: Registrar@daemen.edu