Congratulations on your upcoming graduation!

We want to ensure that your graduation and commencement experiences are as enjoyable as possible. The following information will assist you in completing the necessary steps toward graduation and commencement. If you have any questions, contact graduation@nic.edu.

Difference between graduation and commencement

• Graduation refers to officially completing a degree or certificate program. You should meet with your academic advisor prior to your last semester in order to review your records and ensure all graduation requirements will be met. You are required to apply for graduation to have your program completion status reviewed and awarded by the Registrar’s Office. Upon verification of completion, we will post the degree and/or certificate to your record and transcript.
  
  
• Often casually referred to as graduation, commencement is the celebratory ceremony for some graduates and graduation candidates held at the end of each Spring Semester. Attendance is not required. Diplomas are not distributed during commencement ceremonies. Confirmation of all program requirements will begin once official grades are submitted after the ceremony.