Degree Conferral/Graduation
DePaul University awards degrees four times a year, at the end of each academic term (Autumn, Winter, Spring, and Summer). Students must notify the University and their College of their intent to graduate. This is done through the Degree Conferral Application Process. A Degree Conferral Application is submitted online, in Campus Connection, once a student has completed his/her Junior Year and has earned a minimum of 132.0 quarter hours.
For more information on the Degree Conferral/Graduation process, please review the following FAQs:
Degree conferral is the process in which a student’s academic record is audited to make sure that they’ve completed all of the requirements necessary for their degree. During this process both the College Office and Student Records make sure that all requirements have been met. If they have, the degree is conferred (or granted).
Q: How do I apply for degree conferral?To apply for degree conferral, you should first meet with a Commerce Academic Advisor to identify your outstanding degree requirements. Once you have met with an Academic Advisor, then you should apply for Degree Conferral through Campus Connection. To do this log into Campus Connection, go under the ‘For Students’ tab, and link into ‘Apply for Degree Conferral’.
Q: What are the deadlines for applying for conferral?
- Autumn Quarter Graduation: Apply by October 1st
- Winter Quarter Graduation: Apply by January 15th
- Spring Quarter Graduation: Apply by February 1st
- Summer Graduation: Apply by July 15th
Q: What is "Commencement?"
Commencement is the graduation ceremony. There is one ceremony at the end of each Academic Year, in June. Students who intend to participate in the Commencement must have a Degree Conferral Application on file, for the current Academic Year, and have a Cap & Gown reservation. Students are not allowed to participate in the Commencement ceremony without a Cap & Gown.
Q: What degree will I earn?
Students in the College of Commerce who successfully meet all degree requirements will earn a Bachelor of Science in Commerce (BSC), from DePaul University.
Q: If I have not met the Major Declaration requirements can I submit a Degree Conferral application?Yes, however you will not be awarded a degree until the Major Declaration requirements are met. Major Declaration requirements ma be found in the Undergraduate Catalog online at: http://sr.depaul.edu/CourseCatalog/index.asp .
If you have questions about how to meet Major Declaration requirements, you should consult with a Commerce Academic Advisor.
Q: What happens when I submit the Degree Conferral application?
Your application will be reviewed by the Commerce Undergraduate Program Office (CUPO) within 3-6 weeks of the date of submission. A list of your outstanding degree requirements will be emailed to the Preferred Email address entered by you in Campus Connection.
You will need to edit your application. This can be done in Campus Connection. If you log into the Degree Conferral Application, in Campus Connection, and find that you are not able to edit or select a new anticipated final term, you should email CUPOdegreeconferral@depaul.edu as soon as possible for assistance with this process.
Q: What happens after I take my last final exam?
The Commerce Undergraduate Program Office will review your record one last time, upon your final term of study. If all requirements are met, your degree will be conferred and noted to your transcript within 30 days of the close of that term. It is important for students to make sure all grades get officially posted to their unofficial transcript. Grades posted only in Blackboard do not count as official.
Q: How long does it take for my grades to be posted in Campus Connection?
Professors have 5 working days, after the last day of final exams, each term to enter post grades in Campus Connection.
Q: What happens if I have an incomplete (IN), missing (M) or research (R) grade on my record or wish to file a grade change request?
If you have any incomplete (IN), missing (M), or continuing research (R) grades, or are expecting a grade change for any course(s), consult with the instructor(s) for that course(s) immediately. Also notify the Commerce Undergraduate Program (CUPO) at: CUPOdegreeconferral@depaul.edu. It is important to keep CUPO informed about the status of any missing grades.
Yes, in order to graduate and earn the BSC, you must meet the following Grade and GPA minimums:
- Grades of C- or higher are required for all courses in your Major area (and/or Minor). This includes extra or open elective courses in that area.
- Grades of C- or higher are required in WRD 103, WRD 104, Professional Writing (WRD 202, 204, 206 or 301) and ICS 392.
- A DePaul Cumulative GPA of 2.000 or higher is required to graduate.
- A GPA of 2.000 in your Major area (and/or Minor).
Please note: Major (and Minor) Declaration Requirements must be met prior to degree conferral. Students who complete all coursework, but have never met Major (and Minor) Declaration Requirements, will not be awarded a degree until those Declaration Requirements are also satisfied.
Q: What happens if I
get less than a C- in a Major course (or Minor) or my Major GPA (or Minor GPA) goes below a 2.000 in my last term?
Q: How many hours are required for my degree?
To receive a BSC from DePaul University you must meet the following quarter hour minimums:
- You must have a minimum of 192 quarter hours (while meeting degree requirements).
- Your last 60 quarter hours must be completed at DePaul.
Q: Is there a fee for submitting the Degree Conferral application?
No.
Q: Is there a fee for participating in the Commencement ceremony?
No.
Q: How do I sign up for the Commencement ceremony?When you complete your on-line Degree Conferral Application you will be directed to the Commencement ceremony website for registration and information. If the Commencement ceremony information is not available for the next June ceremony, return to Campus Connection in February and go to the link "RSVP for Commencement." Then you will be able to RSVP and order your cap and gown for the June ceremony.
Q: When will my degree be posted to my transcript?
If you have met all degree requirements the final transcript should be available from the University with in 30 days of the end of the term. You can check to see if your degree is posted by requesting an unofficial transcript through campus connection (Select Student Center; select other academics, select Transcript: view unofficial transcript; select the arrows (>>); select Report type; select View Report.)
Q: How do I request a verification of enrollment or degree letter from DePaul University?
Enrollment and degree verifications are available from the Office of Student Records. For more information please visit: http://sr.depaul.edu/verifications.shtml.
Q: How do I request my transcripts?
You may request transcripts through Campus Connection (Select Student Center; select other academics, select Transcript: Request Official Transcript; select the arrows (>>); fill out the request form) OR through the Office of Student Records at http://sr.depaul.edu/transcript.shtml
Q: When will I receive my diploma?
Provided you have met all degree requirements diplomas are mailed from the Office of Student Records generally within 45-60 days after the end of the term. Financial holds must be resolved before your diploma will be sent.
Q: Where will my diploma be mailed?
The diploma will be mailed to the address you entered on your Degree Conferral application. If you have questions about the diploma mailing or you want to change your address please contact the Office of Student Records at dpcl@depaul.edu
Q: Where can I find University information regarding Degree Conferral and Diplomas?
On the Student Records website at: http://sr.depaul.edu/degreeconferral.shtml
Q: I have a question that was not answered in this FAQ who can I contact?
Contact the CUPO Degree Conferral Team at CUPOdegreeconferral@depaul.edu
Q: What is the Commerce Undergraduate Program Office contact information?
Our phone number is 312.362.5358.
Our fax number is 312.362.6678.
Our office is located on the Loop Campus, DePaul Center 8500.
The Advisors and Staff in the Commerce Undergraduate Programs Office wish you great success as you complete your final steps toward your degree!