When
Where
(Information updated 11/5/2025) College of Science Convocation Ceremony for all College of Science students (BS, MS, PHD) graduating in December 2025
Ceremony: 2:00 p.m.
Doors Open: 1:00 p.m.
Student Check-In: 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.
Applying for Graduation or Filing for Degree Candidacy
Important: For undergraduate students, graduation from the University of Arizona requires a degree audit (also known as a degree check) in order to award a diploma, and there is a $50 candidacy fee involved. Students are strongly urged to begin this process and file for degree candidacy before registering for the last semester of course work, but not more than 1 year before the planned graduation date. Visit the UA Office of the Registrar website for more information.
- Students graduating in December (fall) or January (winter) must file for degree candidacy by September 1st.
- Students graduating in May (spring) for August (summer) must file for degree candidacy by February 1st.
To file for degree candidacy, students in the College of Science must begin the process with their major advisor. MATH majors should email the Math Center to get started with their degree candidacy process at mathcenter@math.arizona.edu.
Late fees of $50 will also apply to students who file after the deadline.