FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS about GRADUATION

Looking for information about the May 23rd Commencement Ceremony?

View our Final Plans for Commencement 2024 page and check your college email frequently for updates. Don’t forget to complete the online graduation application by the April 15th deadline!

When are Graduation Applications due?

Don’t wait until the last minute – Apply online at the beginning of your final semester/term. You must complete a separate online graduation application for each degree or certificate you are completing.

May graduates must apply by April 15th  (No exceptions to this deadline due to the volume of applications at this time of year)
August graduates must apply by August 15th – If you are within 2 classes of graduation, and wish to participate in the prior May ceremony, you must complete your application AND be registered for those last two classes in the Summer term by April 15th.
December graduates should apply by December 15th

 

Why do I need to meet with my advisor before I apply?

Degree requirements can be complicated.  Your advisor will help you ensure the following:

  • Official declaration/matriculation in chosen program(s)
    • Check your DegreeWorks audit in my.ctstate.edu at the beginning of your last term to ensure you are in the right programs
  • Satisfactory completion of required courses
    • Check your DegreeWorks audit in my.ctstate.edu frequently to watch your progress
    • Meet with your advisor no later than the beginning of your last term to discuss any required waivers or course substitutions
  • 25% of credits or more earned at CT State Community College
    • It does not matter at which campus you took your courses, so long as the classes show on your DegreeWorks program audit
  • Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.0 or higher
  • No remaining incomplete grades
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What happens after I send in my Graduation Application ?

Your record will be reviewed to ensure that all requirements are met. You will receive an email from your Degree Auditor verifying your eligibility to graduate -OR- identifying unmet requirements.

 

I have credits at another college that I will need to have transferred to graduate, what do I do?

If you haven’t already done so, request that the other school send an OFFICIAL transcript to CT State Community College at CTState-TranscriptEval@CT.edu. You must also complete the Continuing Student Transfer Credit Evaluation Request Form. Late submission of information may delay your conferral date.

 

Is there a fee to graduate?

No, there are no costs associated with graduation.

 

When is the Graduation Ceremony?

CT State Asnuntuck holds a single Commencement (Graduation) Ceremony in May. The May 2024 ceremony will be held at Dunkin’ Park (the Yard Goats Stadium) in Hartford, CT on Thursday, May 23, 2024.

Graduates MUST be present by 5PM to give time for check-in and lining up prior to the processional.

The Ceremony begins promptly at 6PM.

Printed diplomas are distributed approximately 8 weeks after the conferral date. Those not picking up diplomas in-person will have them sent to the mailing addresses listed for graduates in the Banner Student Information System.

 

I have a hold on my student account, can I still graduate?

All financial obligations to the College must be satisfied in order for you to receive a diploma or certificate and have your transcripts issued to other colleges or potential employers. Students with Accounts Receivable holds may not participate in Commencement ceremonies. Financial obligations include library fines, funds owed to the bookstore, holds placed by the academic skills center, and tuition /fees owed to the Business/cashier’s office. Contact the Business Office at AS-Business-Office@acc.commnet.edu if you have questions.