Apply for Graduation

You've finished the class projects and completed the last late-night study session. What's next? Graduation. Complete the formal graduation application process to ensure that you can attend commencement and receive the diploma you so richly deserve.

The Online Application Process

Like most processes at UHCL, applying for graduation from UHCL starts by logging into your E-Services account.

Go to Degree Progress/Graduation.

1. College of Education students seeking only a Teacher Certification do not need to submit a graduation application.
2. For more clarification, please contact the College of Education at 281-283-3600.

1. You will not be able to select a future term for graduation.

1. Please note: If you have current enrollment at another institution, you will be required to include your course information.

Graduate students: If you have two programs from which you are graduating, repeat this process for the other program. An application fee will be assessed for each program.

Pay Your Graduation Application Fee

So, you've submitted your application in E-Services, but up pops a box saying that you need to pay your application fee. Don't fret – we can help you complete that step as well.

1. Select "OK" to accept the non-refundable $90 fee.
   1. Late applications will be assessed a $20 late fee.
   2. Review the Academic Calendar for application deadlines.

   At this juncture, if you have a refund pending or available financial aid, your graduation application fee will be deducted, and you do not need to make a payment. Proceed to make a payment as follows:

   Complete credit card and billing address information.

   1. Late applications will be assessed a $20 late fee.

   How to Receive Your Diploma

   If you want your diploma to be mailed to an address other than your current mailing address on file with E-Services, complete the following steps:

   Log into E-Services.

   How to Change the Name on Your Diploma

   Personal information change requests should be submitted prior to the close of the term in which you are applying to graduate.

   To have a name other than the name on your student record printed on your diploma, you will need to complete the Personal Information Change Form.

   1. Driver's License;
   2. State Issued ID; or
   3. One of the following along with a copy of a valid photo ID:
      1. Birth Certificate;
      2. Marriage License;
      3. Divorce Decree; or
      4. Official Name Change Affidavit.
      1. Fax: 281-226-7230;
      2. Email: graduation@uhcl.edu; or
      3. In Person: Registrar's Office Suite 3203 Student Services & Classroom Building.

      Contact

      Office of the Registrar

      Phone: 281-283-2525
      Fax: 281-226-7230
      graduation@uhcl.edu
      
      SSCB 3203
      2700 Bay Area Blvd
      Houston, TX 77058-1002

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