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GRADUATION APPLICATION PROCEDURES

 

Please know that it is the student's responsibility to be aware of the degree and graduation requirements in order to fulfill academic progress. An Academic Advisor is assigned to each student to assist in providing guidance on planning a timely graduation. Nonetheless, it is the definitive responsibility of the student to understand and complete all degree requirements.


Graduation Application Procedures:

  • Make an appointment with your Academic Advisor during the semester PRIOR to the one in which you plan to graduate.
  • The Graduation Application must be completed on https://www.alasu.edu.
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  • The Graduation Application fee of $150 must be paid through the cashier’s office.
    • The receipt number is required to submit your application

Applications will be forwarded to College Advisor.

  • Please be sure that you have declared your major in your college.
  • Your college/major department will contact you regarding your application to discuss your curriculum requirements after performing the initial audit.
  • Applications will be submitted to The Office of Records and Registration for final audit.
  • Approximately four weeks prior to graduation, review your “TO DO LIST” on your Student Center page:
    • The “TO DO LIST” will indicate the following items to be cleared prior to graduation:
      • FINANCIAL AID EXIT COUNSELING
      • STUDENT ACCOUNTS CLEARANCE
        • You must clear all outstanding balances with Student Account.
      • STUDENT RECORDS CLEARANCE
        • You must complete all requirements for your degree.
        • You will not need to contact the Office of Records and Registration. Your clearance will be completed when final grades have been posted.
 
Introducing Digital Diplomas – A Smarter Way to Celebrate Success!
We’re excited to share that graduates will now receive both a digital diploma and a printed diploma!  Starting with the graduating class of Spring 2025, digital diplomas will be available through Parchment.
Here's what to expect:
 
Digital Diploma – You’ll receive a secure, shareable digital version of your diploma delivered to your email after graduation. Share your digital diploma on Facebook, LinkedIn or employers, via the verified link or download a secure PDF for later. These secure, verifiable, and shareable diplomas allow our students to:
  • Share achievements instantly 
  • Store credentials safely in one place
  • Access diplomas anytime, anywhere
Printed Diploma – Your traditional paper diploma will be mailed to your address on file within a few weeks. Be sure your mailing info is up to date!
This dual delivery makes it easy to celebrate and showcase your achievement in every way that matters. 
 
The retention of original diplomas will be up to one year after graduation.