Graduation Information
In order to graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree, students design an individualized program of study, in cooperation with their advisers, that encompasses both the student's interests and the college's educational objectives required for graduation.
Graduation Checklist
- Confirm your planned graduation term is listed correctly.
- Confirm your major(s) and minor are listed correctly on your unofficial transcript.
- Confirm that your advisors are listed on your MyCampus2 Portal. If they are not listed, please notify our office immediately. If your advisor is on leave this semester, please note that your degree verification form may be sent to your temporary advisor.
- Review your Degree Audit
- Meet with your advisor(s) to confirm you have met all major and educational objective requirements.
- Review Graduation Requirements in the Pitzer College Catalog
- Ensure transfer credits have been processed and are visible on your unofficial transcript.
- Confirm your permanent address is listed correctly.
- Complete the Graduation, Commencement, and Diploma Validation Form.
Graduation Information
Conferral Dates
In addition to the standard spring term graduation in May, Pitzer College offers the opportunity to graduate two other times each year:
Fall – typically finalized in late October (last semester of enrollment would be summer; degree requirements completed prior to the first day of the Fall term)
Winter – typically finalized in mid February (last semester of enrollment would be fall; degree requirements completed by the last day of the Fall term).
Spring - finalized on the day of commencement (last semester of enrollment would be spring; degree requirements completed by the last day of the Spring term).
See the Academic Calendar for conferral dates.
For Commencement participation eligibility, please see the Commencement section below.
