Graduation
Learn how and when to apply to graduate from the University of Calgary
Graduation and Convocation
Congratulations on completing your studies UCalgary!
How do I apply to graduate?
You must verify the completion of your degree requirements, apply to graduate, and update your mailing address.
When do I apply to graduate?
Find out when the application opens and closes, based on when you'll be completing your program requirements.
Convocation
Find all you need to know about attending your convocation ceremony
Dates and locations
For details on the dates and times of each ceremony, please click on the link below.
Update your mailing address
Update your personal mailing address to receive your parchment and commemorative items.
Attending a ceremony
The Spring 2021 ceremony will be held virtually on June 10, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. MST. Please continue to monitor your UCalgary email address and the convocation website for further details.
FAQ
The June 2021 ceremony will be held virtually on June 10th at 6:00 p.m. mountain time. You do not need to RSVP for this event. Please monitor your UCalgary email address for updates regarding the ceremony.
Yes, students who have successfully completed their requirements will graduate and receive their degree.
UCalgary is hosting a virtual convocation ceremony following continued COVID-19 restrictions and provincial guidelines. We look forward to hosting you virtually for the Spring 2021 ceremony. Please continue to monitor our website and your UCalgary email address for ceremony information.
The virtual ceremony is replacing the in-person ceremonies. We aim to make this a memorable and special occasion for our graduates.
Please continue to monitor our website. You will be provided with detailed instructions on how to navigate the virtual ceremony ahead of time.
Graduation photos can be booked through Artona photography through our website for anyone who is able to come to campus. If you are out of town or province, you may book your photography sessions with whomever you choose.
You may rent or purchase your regalia through Gaspard. Please see their “build-a-grad” site for details.
- You can access the virtual ceremony by clicking on your home faculty link. The links to your faculty specific ceremony will be posted here.
- You may choose to watch both ceremonies if you are a graduate in more than one faculty.
Yes, the ceremony will remain posted on our main page until August 31, 2021 and then will be moved to our archives section of the website where you may access the ceremony beyond that day.
You are not required to register for the virtual event. All graduates will be recognized regardless.
Due to the COVID-19 government restrictions currently in place, we are unable to offer a parchment pick-up at this time. Be sure your mailing address is up to date in your Student Centre so we can mail you your degree and grad pack.