Graduation FAQs

Can I walk before I graduate?

Each college has its own policy on if a student can “walk” at convocation. Contact your Advisement Center. Also, check with your Advisement Center to see if your college lists names in the Convocation Program.

Where can I park for graduation?

Lots 1-17 and Lot 50 are held for employees of the University. All other lots will be opened to the public. Please refer to the campus parking map or parking services website for more information. Any inquiries about parking, please contact the University Police at (801) 422-3906.

What if I fail a required class my last semester?

Contact your Advisement Center.

What if I miss the application deadline for the semester in which I plan to graduate?

Contact your Advisement Center.

Do I need to wear a cap and gown to participate in commencement and convocation exercises?

Yes, you must wear the cap and gown to participate as a graduate in commencement and convocation. Anything you wear under the gown must meet the Dress and Grooming Standards set forth by the Honor Code. However, you may attend commencement and convocation as an audience member without wearing the cap and gown.

Is it appropriate to decorate my cap?

To maintain the dignity of the graduation services, graduates are requested not to alter or embellish the cap (mortarboard) or gown. It is not appropriate.

“Stoles of Gratitude,” leis, or honors regalia are appropriate accessories to the basic cap and gown.

Do my family and friends need tickets to attend commencement or convocation?

Tickets are required for Commencement. For convocations, most colleges or schools do not require tickets. Check with your college or school.

Students graduating December 2022, April 2023, June 2023 or August 2023 can order up to three tickets for the April 2023 Commencement ceremony. Tickets are ordered online and should become available to order on March 31. Please note, this event requires tickets for ages 2 and older.

A standby line will be available at the northeast corner of the BYU Marriott Center for those wishing to have additional guests attend Commencement. Standby guests will be admitted on a space-available basis beginning 30 minutes prior to the start of the service.

When and where do I line up for commencement?

For the commencement procession, meet in the parking lots north of the ASB by 9 am. The procession begins promptly at 9:15 am. If it rains and it's too wet to line up outside, you should be in your designated seating area inside the Marriott Center by 9:45 am. Visit the Commencement page for more information.

Who do I contact if I have special needs for Commencement (signing services or wheelchair access)?

For graduates: Contact the Accessibility Center at 801-422-2767 to arrange special needs.

For guests: For special needs, contact the Special Events Office at the Marriott Center at 801-422-6022. ALL AVAILABILITY IS ON A FIRST COME BASIS. Wheelchairs from the Special Events Office are available only for transport to and from the parking lot. Wheelchair seating is in Portal F and K (includes space for one wheelchair and one guest). Mobility impaired is the top row of the concourse (with usher help) portal C through O.

Can I change my name on my diploma?

Yes! Contact the Registrar’s Office at 801-422-2631.

When and where will I get my diploma? Can I get a duplicate diploma?

Your diploma will be mailed to the mailing address on your MyBYU account 3-8 weeks after graduation. If you need a duplicate diploma, contact the Registrar’s Office.

When will my degree and final grades be reflected on my transcript?

Degrees post to transcripts starting 2-3 weeks after graduation. Before we post your degree to your transcript, we must have all the grades necessary for graduation.

If I don’t graduate during the semester I applied for, do I have to reapply?

No, but you need to contact your Advisement Center to re-activate your online graduation application.