Commencement
We are proud to celebrate our newest graduates during this year’s commencement exercises!
2023 Commencement
- May 5, 2023 at 4:00pm - Graduate Ceremony (Master's and Doctoral Degrees)
- May 6, 2023 at 9:30am - Undergraduate Commencement (Bachelor's Degrees)
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Graduation Application Information:
- Fall Graduation Applications are due September 12
- Spring Graduation Applications are due January 23
Students apply for the semester in which they are completing their final classes. Log into your Banner profile to apply. Students with more than one program must complete an application for each degree and certificate. If your program information is incorrect, please contact registrar@rmu.edu.
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Diplomas
All diplomas are mailed by our diploma manufacturer directly to your home, so you will receive it even if you are unable to attend a commencement ceremony. Diplomas will be mailed to your permanent address that you provided.
Photography
Professional photographers took your picture as you receive your diploma on stage. Island Photography (islandphoto.com) will send you sample proofs via e-mail, and you will have the option of ordering from a variety of sizes. There is no obligation to purchase.