Student Checklist and Deadlines

Monday, February 4: Apply to be the Student Speaker

• For complete details, visit the Commencement Student Speaker page.

Monday, March 18: Order a Cap and Gown

• Orders will be accepted until 5 p.m.
• Order information will be available soon.
• Caps and gowns must be worn at:
  • Main commencement ceremony
  • Diploma ceremonies
  • Doctor's Hooding ceremony
  • Phi Beta Kappa initiation ceremony

Friday, March 22: Confirm Participation and Identify Faculty Hooder (Doctor's Candidates only)

• See the Doctor's Hooding page for more details.

Monday, April 1: Confirm Diploma Information

• Visit The HUB's Graduation Online Service.
• Information must be verified by 10 p.m.

Stay Connected!

• Activate an "@alumni.cmu.edu" email address
• Access the alumni directory
• Read class notes
• Network through the online career center