1. Before applying for graduation, you should always verify with your academic advisor that you are eligible for graduation at the end of the application term. For more information please visit our Apply for Graduation page.
  2. Successfully complete all coursework you are enrolled in at UT Dallas during your graduation term.
  3. Find out if you qualify for the Texas Tuition Rebate (see Registrar – Forms) (Requires Adobe Reader).
  4. Read the requirements to graduate with Undergraduate Latin Honors.
  5. Review your Primary Name in Orion, as it will be used for all Commencement Publications and will appear on your diploma.
    • If you would like to use the preferred name we have on your record, email graduation@utdallas.edu by the deadline under Graduation/Commencement on the Academic Calendar.
    • If you need to make any changes to your primary name, please follow the official Name Change Procedures. If you need to add a preferred name, email records@utdallas.edu.
    • If you need a special character added to your name please email graduation@utdallas.edu for assistance by the name change deadline.
  6. Review and/or update your Diploma Address in Orion by the deadline listed on the graduation page as this address is where your diploma will be mailed after your degree has been awarded. If no diploma address exists, diplomas will be mailed to the ‘Home’ address on file at the time of the diploma order. 
  7. Taking courses off-campus in your graduating semester is not allowed. Read the Taking Courses Off Campus policy.
  8. If you plan on attending the Commencement Ceremonies, please make sure you consult the Commencement page.
  9. Find out how and when you will receive your diploma.
  10. Check your Comet Card UTDollars balance and request a refund at the Comet Card Office.
  11. Contact the Career Center regarding job resources.