What is the graduation fee for?
The graduation fee partially offsets the production and mailing of diplomas and also includes the cost of your cap and gown.
There are two ceremonies in May, which do I participate in?
Which college am I a part of?
Are tickets required for the commencement ceremony?
Please refer to www.moreheadstate.edu/graduation to see if tickets will be required for your ceremony.
Accessible Parking & Seating
The accessible entrance to the Academic-Athletic Center is on the east side (right side) entrance of the AAC. Individuals with state-issued handicapped parking permits may drop off guests at the side entrance of the AAC and park in the designated area in front of Jayne Stadium.
Accessible seating for individuals with disabilities and one family member is available on the arena floor. Guests requiring special accommodation or seating on the day of the ceremony should plan to arrive at least one hour early to receive assistance.
Live Webcast
Family members and friends who are unable to attend MSU’s commencement may view the ceremony via the OVC network. Additional information regarding the live stream as well as a direct link will be available the day of commencement on
MSU's homepage.
Photography
The official photographer for commencement is Grad Images. Candidates will be photographed as they receive their diploma cover on stage. Proofs and information from the photographer will be sent to the student’s MSU email address. There is no obligation to purchase photos.
Where do I get a cap and gown?
Regalia is included in the cost of your application. When applying, you can choose to have your cap and gown shipped or you may pick it up at the University Store. A cap, gown, and tassel are the official regalia that must be worn at commencement for undergraduate candidates. A cap, gown, tassel and hood for the respective discipline are the official regalia that must be worn at commencement for graduate candidates.
Class Rings
The
University Store has the exclusive Official Ring Collection of Morehead State University.
Diploma Frames
View all of Morehead State University's custom diploma frames and gift options at the
University Store. All frames are handcrafted in the USA and customized for your Morehead State University diploma.
I am a graduate student. What do I need to do to attend commencement?
Graduate students must apply for graduation and may do so
here.
Will I graduate with honors?
Bachelor degree candidates who complete at least 43 credits at MSU with an institutional (MSU) GPA of 3.5 to 4.0 through the student’s last fully completed and graded semester will be recognized during the commencement ceremony as graduating “with honors.” Specific honors of summa cum laude, magna cum laude, and cum laude will not be reflected in the commencement program.
Associate degree candidates who complete at least 32 credits at MSU with an institutional GPA of 3.6 to 4.0 through the student’s last fully completed and graded semester will be recognized “with distinction.”
Students entitled to commencement honors will be notified via their MSU email address and will receive a gold cord from the Registrar’s office at no cost to them to wear at the commencement ceremony. Honor cords are distributed to only those students participating in the ceremony. If a student is not participating in the ceremony and has honors, the appropriate honors will be noted on the student's official transcript and diploma.
Master, Ed.S., and Ed.D degree candidates do not receive honors.
What name appears on my diploma?
You indicate how you want your name to be printed on your diploma when you apply for graduation. The first and last name on your diploma must be the legal name that is listed in MSU’s database. Middle names are optional on the diploma and a middle initial may be used in place of a full middle name.
What else is on my diploma?
Undergraduate diplomas display your legal name, degree, major or area and honors (if applicable). Minors and second majors or areas are not shown on your diploma, but they will be on your official transcript.
Graduate diplomas display your legal name, degree and program of study.
When will I receive my diploma?
Once your degree has been conferred you will receive notification to your MSU email account. Your diploma will be mailed to the address provided on your degree application about six weeks after your degree has been conferred. You will receive an email notification once your diploma has shipped.
What if my name or my address changed after I submitted my graduation application?
If your name has changed you will need to send an email to
graduation@moreheadstate.edu and also submit a name change form through the Registrar's office, along with the appropriate documentation (e.g.: marriage certificate, divorce decree or other court document).
If you would like to change the address to which your diploma will be mailed, you will need to email
graduation@moreheadstate.edu. To change your address within the University database you will need to complete a change of address and return it to the Registrar's Office.
What if I still have work “In Progress”?
Students with work “In Progress” or who have classes with grades of “Incomplete” will be allowed to participate in the commencement ceremony. However, all “In Progress” work and “Incomplete” grades must be converted to official grades before the degree can be awarded.
What do I need to do if i am no longer eligible to graduate?
Contact
Rachel Whitt to determine if your degree application is still valid and can be moved to a future term. This will enable your graduation application to be transferred to a future term and prevent you from paying the application fee again.
Graduate students should contact
Gera Jones.