Commencement Ceremonies

How do I know if I am eligible to walk in Graduation?

• Undergraduate students that completed their degree October 2022
• Undergraduate students that completed their degree December 2022
• Undergraduate students that completed their degree March 2023
• Undergraduate students that have a graduation application on file for May 2023
• Undergraduate students that have a graduation application on file July 2023
• Undergraduate students that have a graduation application on file for September 2023
• Undergraduate students that are student teaching and have a graduation application for Fall 2023

How do I know if I have a graduation application on file?

• Go to MYUC student portal
• Click on View Profile
• Go to Academics
• Click on Overview
• Under Educational Objective it should show "pending completion" under status

If I graduate in Fall 2023 when do I walk in the ceremony

• Next May 2024

I already applied to graduate. Do I have to sign up for a date to walk?

• Yes, undergraduate students must take two steps in order participate in an in -person commencement ceremony:

1. Apply and be approved to graduate
2. Register for a commencement ceremony

What if I need to change the date and time that I walk?

• Please contact Academic Affairs for any date/time changes. Email:

Can I bring more than 7 people to graduation?

• If you want to bring more guests two weeks prior to commencement we will send out a communication indicating the procedure if possible to bring more guests.

If I sit a child in my lap do they count as one of the 7 tickets?

• Yes, every person who enters must have a ticket, including children.

Will there be COVID-19 Screening at the ceremony?

There is no formal COVID screening process required to attend this event. Please monitor your health several days before the ceremony and move to attend the event virtually if you don't feel well.

How do I get my diploma?

• A digital copy of your diploma will be emailed to you on graduation weekend. A hard copy will be mailed to you. It should arrive approximately 2-4 weeks after graduation.

How do I order my official transcripts?

• After May 6^th when your degree is awarded you may order transcripts at this link https://www.ucumberlands.edu/registrar

Where do I pick up my honor stoles, tassels or medallions?

• The Registrars Office in the Gatliff building will have the honor stoles, tassels, and medallions ready for pick up on Friday, May 5th and the day of the ceremony.

Where do I pick up my departmental awards?

All Departmental Award Winners will be contacted by their respective Academic Departments for award distribution.

Where do I purchase my regalia?

Go to this link Commencement | University of the Cumberlands (ucumberlands.edu) and under Caps, Gowns, and Announcements click on Undergraduate, Masters, or Doctoral Student link for your regalia.

Graduate students

How do I know if I am eligible to walk in Graduation?

• Graduate students that completed their degree July 2022
• Graduate students that completed their degree August 2022
• Graduate students that completed their degree October  2022
• Graduate students that completed their degree December 2022
• Graduate students that completed their degree March  2023
• Graduate student that have a grad app on file for April 2023

How do I know if I have a graduation application on file?

• Go to MYUC student portal
• Click on personal information
• Click on the student tab
• Click on Student Records tab
• View Application to Graduate-if you have submitted this to the Registrar this will say active.

If I graduate in July, August, or Fall 2023 when do I walk in the ceremony?

• Next May 2024

I already applied to graduate. Do I have to sign up for a date to walk?

• Yes, graduate students must take two steps in order participate in an in -person commencement ceremony:

1. Apply and be approved to graduate
2. Register for a commencement ceremony

How many people can I bring to graduation?

Graduate students will not be issued tickets for their guests and we are not restricting the number of guests that can attend. However, we encourage guests to arrive early to the ceremony to ensure parking and seating.

Will there be COVID-19 Screening at the ceremony?

There is no formal COVID screening process required to attend this event. Please monitor your health several days before the ceremony and move to attend the event virtually if you don't feel well.

How do I get my diploma?

• A digital copy of your diploma will be emailed to you on graduation weekend. A hard copy will be mailed to you. It should arrive approximately 2-4 weeks after graduation.

How do I order my official transcripts?

• After May 6^th when your degree is awarded you may order transcripts at this link https://www.ucumberlands.edu/registrar

Where do I pick up my departmental awards?

All Departmental Award Winners will be contacted by their respective Academic Departments for award distribution.

Where do I purchase my regalia?

Go to this link Commencement | University of the Cumberlands (ucumberlands.edu) and under Caps, Gowns, and Announcements click on Undergraduate, Masters, or Doctoral Student link for your regalia.

Tickets are required for guests entering the undergraduate ceremonies. Tickets are not required for guests attending the executive or graduate ceremonies. 

This year, Cumberlands will be using an e-ticketing system for students to request tickets. Tickets will be delivered to the student email and shareable with guests. All guests must have a ticket to enter graduation services. 

Information regarding the date, time and process for requesting tickets will be made available to all students through their university email. 

As of March 28, 2022, the university transitioned to a mask-optional policy for students, employees, and visitors with the exception of classrooms and lab spaces. This decision aligns with guidance provided by health officials and is similar to adjustments made at other colleges and universities. Masks will be provided upon entry to guests who would request this option.