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Steps to Graduation for Undergraduates

Specific dates/deadlines for completing the following steps can be found on the Graduation & Commencement link at left of page. Click here for a Printable Checklist.

1
 Go to Circle Park Online to verify that your name and mailing addresses are correct. Also, check your privacy status before applying as increased privacy requests could exclude you from the graduation program and other related matters.
2
 Submit a graduation application by the deadline.
3
 Run/Print a Degree Audit Report (DARS) for each major that you are applying for and review it with your advisor. Submit any petitions needed before your final semester.
4
 Review materials sent to you from the Graduation Office as soon as you receive them. Information from the Graduation Office will be e-mailed to your UTK e-mail address.
5
 Purchase your cap & gown by the deadline if you plan to attend the University Commencement Ceremony. (Students not dressed in appropriate attire (i.e. cap, gown, hood, etc.) will not be allowed to participate in the University ceremony.

Candidates for Bachelor's Degrees may purchase caps and gowns at the University Book & Supply Store, or call 1 (800) 733-8657 for assistance. Please verify the deadline date with the Graduation Supplies desk in the University Center's bookstore by phone at (865) 974-3459.
6
 Participate in the California Critical Thinking Skills Test (CCTST) if selected.
7
 RSVP! Reserve your seat at Commencement if you plan to participate.
8
 Schedule and attend a financial aid exit interview (loan types including Stafford Loans, Federal Perkins loans, and UT Student Loans).

Type of Loan
Contact for Appointment
Federal Perkins
University Loans 		Student Loan Department
211 Student Services Building
(865) 974-4497
Stafford Loans (guaranteed student loans) Financial Aid Office
115 Student Services Building
(865) 974-3131
9
 Clear any financial obligations (i.e. outstanding fees, parking violations, library fines, etc.).
10
 Participate in the University Commencement rehearsal (optional).
11
 Your diploma will be mailed to you. Make sure that your permanent address is correct with the University. You can verify your address at Circle Park Online.

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Office of the
University Registrar

209 Student Services Building
Knoxville, TN 37996-0200
Phone 865-974-2101
Fax 865-974-2606

Monday-Friday
7:30 am to 5:30 pm
except holidays

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