Application Central

This page gives an overview of the graduation process and the steps to apply.

• Eligibility for Graduation
• Application Deadlines
• How to Apply
• Check Status in MySJSU
• Review Process
• After Applying
• Your Final Semester

Eligibility for Graduation:

Before applying for graduation, verify that you meet the following criteria:

• Earned at least 85 units (90 units for some colleges), with no more than 70 units from community colleges
• Have good academic standing (being on academic notice is fine)
• Be able to complete all degree requirements within one or two semesters

You should also:

• Confirm you have completed all GE and SJSU Studies requirements on MySJSU.
• Review all expected transfer credits. Contact eval@sjsu.edu to report any discrepancies.
• Ensure that you have declared all majors and minors.
• Verify your name, mailing address, and email address on MySJSU.

Finally, check for any major or college specific requirements.

• College of Business has additional requirements from the Jack Holland Success Center.
• College of Science students must follow specific steps to apply for graduation.

Application Deadlines

You must apply for graduation no later than the add deadline of the term in which you wish the graduate. If you do not see the "Apply" button on MySJSU, contact your graduation evaluator.

Be proactive. If you apply by the dates shown below, you will receive priority class registration. These deadlines also apply to Graduation Date Change forms.

* Allows two semesters with priority registration
† Allows one semester with priority registration

Be sure to follow the instructions from your college to apply for graduation. Some colleges have earlier deadlines for their internal processes.

If you miss the application deadline, contact an advisor from your college success center.

How to Apply

• Locate and click the "Apply Button" in MySJSU. Browse this tutorial [pdf] for additional information. If you do not see the "Apply Button", contact your graduation evaluator.
• You will receive an email confirmation when your graduation evaluator has reviewed your record.
• For additional questions at any point in the process, contact your graduation evaluator.

Graduation Status in MyProgress

Your graduation status in MySJSU should have one of four values. If your status is blank, you are not yet eligible to apply.

• Eligible for Graduation
  • You have completed at least 85 units and have good academic standing
  • The Office of the Registrar has received your application
  • Your graduation evaluator has reviewed your application and sent you a confirmation email. Note that this status will remain until we award your degree.
  • Congratulations! You have completed all requirements and we have awarded your degree.

  Application Review Process

  1. You apply online via MySJSU:
     
  2. Your Graduation Status will say "Applied for Graduation"

  After Applying

  • After you have applied for graduation and your evaluator has reviewed your record, your Graduation Status on MySJSU will change to "Needs to finish pending work". This status will remain until we award your degree.
  • If you have taken or are currently taking coursework at another institution, submit official transcripts that shows final grades as soon as possible. SJSU accepts official electronic transcripts. Use the etranscript@sjsu.edu email address.
    
  • Make sure each of your GPAs are 2.0 or higher.
    • All College
    • SJSU Cumulative
    • SJSU Studies
    • Major
    • Minor

    If you will not complete your degree requirements by the end of your planned semester, you must change your graduation date.

    Your Final Semester

    Students must complete all outstanding coursework by the last day of the instruction. See this checklist to help ensure you are on track for graduation.

    Office of the Registrar

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