Commencement & Diplomas

Dates and Details

Nazareth's Commencement website is updated each year with critical dates and details.

Graduation Application

Required to initiate the degree completion process and to ensure that your diploma lists your name the way you want it.

Both GRADUATE and UNDERGRADUATE students:

Participating in Commencement Prior to Degree Completion

Any student who wishes to participate in the commencement ceremony prior to completing all requirements must meet the criteria outlined in the Graduation and Commencement Policy (updated 12/2023). If a student can meet the criteria, a Petition to Walk is required no later than March 15 prior to that year's ceremony.

Diploma Reorder

  • Click here to order a diploma though Parchment.
  • Log into Parchment, or set up an account if you do not already have one.
  • Select the Replacement Diploma option and follow the instructions given.
  • If you need assistance, please use the Parchment Help Section for Diplomas
  • Please allow 5-10 business days for the order to be processed and mailed out.

In support of our transgender and gender-expansive alumnx, Nazareth College will provide a complimentary, no-cost, reprint of diplomas for members of these communities so that this important symbol of their time at Naz, which hangs in offices across the world, represents who each of our graduates are authentically. Please email registrar@naz.edu with your request instead of submitting the form above.

Commencement