Free University Graduation Requirements Checklist Template

University Graduation Requirements Checklist


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Company: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]

Date: [DATE]


1. General Degree Requirements

Checklist Item

Task Completed?

Comments

Verify degree program requirements

  • Yes

  • No

Confirm the total credit hours required for graduation.

  • Yes

  • No

Complete core course requirements

  • Yes

  • No

Complete elective course requirements.

  • Yes

  • No

Fulfill residency requirements (minimum semesters/years at the university)

  • Yes

  • No

Complete any required capstone or thesis projects.

  • Yes

  • No


2. Major-Specific Requirements

Checklist Item

Task Completed?

Comments

Complete all required courses for your major

  • Yes

  • No

Meet the GPA requirement for your major.

  • Yes

  • No

Complete any fieldwork, internships, or practicums.

  • Yes

  • No

Submit any required portfolio or project work.

  • Yes

  • No

Meet any certification or licensure requirements.

  • Yes

  • No

Confirm completion of any major-specific exams.

  • Yes

  • No


3. General Education Requirements

Checklist Item

Task Completed?

Comments

Complete general education core courses (e.g., English, Math, Science, Humanities)

  • Yes

  • No

Fulfill foreign language or communication requirements (if applicable)

  • Yes

  • No

Complete any diversity, ethics, or global awareness requirements.

  • Yes

  • No

Meet any additional university-wide requirements (e.g., physical education, service learning)

  • Yes

  • No

Confirm fulfillment of interdisciplinary course requirements (if applicable)

  • Yes

  • No

Complete required writing-intensive or oral communication courses (if applicable)

  • Yes

  • No


4. Graduation Application Process

Checklist Item

Task Completed?

Comments

Submit the graduation application to the registrar

  • Yes

  • No

Pay any applicable graduation fees.

  • Yes

  • No

Order cap and gown for graduation ceremony

  • Yes

  • No

Verify your name is spelled correctly on the graduation list.

  • Yes

  • No

Confirm the final exam schedule and prepare accordingly.

  • Yes

  • No

Ensure all transfer credits are properly applied.

  • Yes

  • No


5. Financial and Administrative Tasks

Checklist Item

Task Completed?

Comments

Settle any outstanding tuition or fees

  • Yes

  • No

Review your student account for holds or debts.

  • Yes

  • No

Apply for graduation scholarships (if applicable)

  • Yes

  • No

Check for any missing transcripts or documents required by the university.

  • Yes

  • No

Ensure your student ID and access to university resources are deactivated after graduation.

  • Yes

  • No

Confirm your alumni status and benefits.

  • Yes

  • No


6. Post-Graduation Plans

Checklist Item

Task Completed?

Comments

Apply for jobs or graduate school

Prepare for any licensing or certification exams.

Attend post-graduation networking or career events.

Schedule any follow-up career counseling (if applicable)

Celebrate with family and friends!

Plan your post-graduation travel or personal projects.

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