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Graduation

Prepare for graduation

As you begin your final year of classes, follow these steps to ensure completion of your degree, apply for graduation, and participate in commencement.
 

Graduation requirements


 

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Step one: Learn about graduation requirements

Early in your career as a student in the Department of Art, familiarize yourself with the university’s graduation requirements. If you have questions, please talk with your academic advisor. This knowledge will help you stay on track to graduate in four years.

 

Step two: Fulfill your degree requirements

Meet with your academic advisor to determine if you have fulfilled your degree requirements and are on track for graduation.
 

Talk to your advisor

 

Step three: Submit your graduation application

As a student in the Cliffe College of Creative Arts, you are required to apply for graduation through the Penguin Portal.

Prior to submitting an application, all students must be approved for graduation by the Cliffe College Advising Office.

Have questions? 

If you have any questions about your graduation application, contact the Penguin Service Center at 
 (330) 941-6000

 

Step four: Participate in commencement

When you apply for graduation, you will be able to choose whether or not to attend your commencement ceremony. We encourage you to attend!

If you choose to participate, the link below offers more information about the commencement ceremony held during the semester in which you plan to graduate.
 

Commencement at YSU

CLIFFE COLLEGE OF CREATIVE ARTS  |  DEPARTMENT OF ART