Graduation Resources

We recognize that our School-specific ceremonies are only a small piece of the larger graduation experience for students. Don’t miss these additional graduation resources to support your celebrations and transition beyond KU.
Graduates walking down the hill

KU Commencement

Commencement is the all-university graduation ceremony steeped in centuries-old traditions. Graduates move through the Memorial Campanile, down “the Hill,” and into Memorial Stadium

Big J at graduation

Doctoral Hooding Ceremony

is a university-wide ceremony organized by Graduate Studies to honor doctoral recipients only

Graduates walking through the campanille

Professional Photography

The Grad Team is the official photographer for all KU graduation events.

A couple of graduates hugging

Formal Regalia

Information on ordering caps, gowns, and hoods is available through the KU Bookstores online

Backs of graduates in caps and gowns hugging

University Career Center

As a student you have access to a wide range of career planning services through the University Career Center (UCC) at KU. The UCC offers a wide range of quality services designed to support you durin

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KU Office of the Registrar

When your graduation is certified, the Office of the University Registrar orders your original (first) diploma. You can indicate your delivery method in Enroll & Pay to ensure you receive this important document.

A graduate in cap and gown riding a KU bicycle

KU Alumni Association

Graduates are encouraged to become a member of the KU Alumni Association  to connect with the larger KU alumni network. Once a Jayhawk, always a Jayhawk. Learn more about membership online.

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KU Graduate Admissions

An undergraduate degree is only the beginning. With online graduate programs, licensure endorsement options, and various doctoral programs available - it's never too soon to start the search