Info for Undergraduates

Congratulations on your upcoming graduation!

Completed all your degree requirements? Great! You're one step closer. Now you just have to via Buff Portal, even if you don't plan to participate in a graduation ceremony. We hope to see—and celebrate—you at the main campus and college events. Keep reading for more information on all things graduation.

Mark Your Calendars: 2025 Ceremonies for Graduates

Students must have submitted their to be eligible to graduate and participatein commencement ceremonies.

⭐ University Commencement (May 8)

The University of Colorado Boulder will host the spring 2025University Commencement Ceremony at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, May 8, at Folsom Field.

  • The commencement is for 91ý students graduating across the university.
  • Stadium gates open at 7 a.m. No tickets are required to attend.
  • Have additional questions? Check out the general ceremonyFAQs →
  • Tickets are not required.
⭐ CMCI Recognition Ceremony (May 9)

91ý colleges, schools, departments and programs also will celebrate the Class of 2025with individual recognition ceremonies.

  • CMCI's graduation recognition ceremony will be held at 8 a.m.Friday, May 9, at the CU Events Center. Graduates must arrive by 7a.m.
  • Doors open for seating at 7a.m. No tickets are required to attend.
  • Following the ceremony, join us for a reception on the Business Field directly across the street. The reception is from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Light refreshments will be served.
  • We ask that you complete the registration form in advance to participate in the recognition ceremony. Please RSVP by April 1to ensure your information is correct and to be included in the printed program.

Regalia Information for Ceremony Days

CMCI students at the spring recognition ceremony

Plan ahead for your graduation regalia.

Master’s and PhD students: The deadline to is 11:59 p.m. Thursday, March 27. To participate in either the CU or CMCI ceremonies, you must wear academic regalia. CMCI's tassel and stole are red.

Undergraduate students: You can purchase your regalia from the . CMCI's tassel and stole are red.

Learn more

Spring and Summer 2025 Graduates

Apply to graduate by April 1.

If you plan to graduate this May or August, you must apply by April 1 to get your degree. There are two stepsfor applying tograduate from 91ý and also be recognized in CMCI’s ceremony.

Step 1: Apply to graduate via Buff Portal (required for all students)

In order to get your degree from 91ý, you must apply to graduate throughfor the semester in which you will officially and successfully complete all requirements for the degree(s) and major(s) you're pursuing. Degrees are conferred at the end of the fall, spring and summer semesters.Learn more →

By applying to graduate through Buff Portal, as long as you have met graduation requirements, you will also be registered for 91ý’s main campus commencement occurring May 8.You are not required to participate in commencement, but must still apply to graduate in order to get your diploma.See the steps for applying on Buff Portal below:

  • On Buff Portal, search for “graduation” and click “apply to graduate.”
  • Select your graduation term.
  • After you apply and the advising office has accepted your application, you will be on the graduation roster.
    • However,completing this form does not mean you will automatically graduate. You are responsible for making sure your degree audit is correct and that all degree requirements are met. Contact your advisor with any questions.
  • If you are pursuing more than one degree (not major), you will need to repeat this process for the second degree.

You are invited to participate in CMCI's Graduation Recognition Ceremony, where you will have the opportunity to walk across the stage and receive your diploma cover. It will take place on May 9 at the CU Events Center, with a reception to follow. You are not required to participate in the ceremony, but you must RSVP if you plan to.

Secure your seat by no later than April 1.

Winter Graduates

  • All December 2024graduates will be recognized during the May 8University Commencement Ceremony and during the May 9 CMCI Recognition Ceremony.
  • By April 1, make sure to to ensure your information is correct.
  • You shouldas soon as possible, as it is recommended you apply at least six months before you plan to graduate.
    • This is required regardless if you plan to attend a graduation ceremony.
  • Typically, December graduates are automatically included in spring ceremony programs following their graduation.
    • However, if you want to be included in the spring 2025ceremonies,apply to graduate via Buff Portal by April 1and, instead of applying for the winter 2025graduation term,apply for the summer 2025graduation term. This will allow you to participate in the spring ceremonies, even though you will officially graduate in winter 2025.
      • To be included in CMCI's May 9 ceremony, make sure to alsoby April 1.
    • If you do not apply for the summer 2025term by April 1, you will be recognized in the May 2026ceremony instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are taking a Maymester course to graduate, you should apply for the summer term.

Yes. You must apply for the summer term for graduation by April 1.

You should also to be included in CMCI’s ceremony on May 9.

While you mayparticipate in the May ceremony,December graduates are automatically included in spring ceremony programs following their graduation. If you plan to graduate in December 2025, you will appear in the spring 2026ceremony and program.

You should also by April 1 to be included in CMCI’s individual May 9ceremony.

You will not see a certificate on your record when you apply to graduate. You should be in touch with your certificate program coordinator to be sure you have completed requirements. Certificates are posted and mailed one week after diplomas.

You should see your minor when you apply to graduate. If you do not, contact your advisor.

If you are graduating with two degrees (not two majors) from two different colleges at 91ý, you must apply for each one separately on Buff Portal, once for each degree. Dual degrees must be completed and conferred at the same time.

If you are graduating from CMCI from two programs—and one is a bachelor of science, and one a bachelor of arts—this is not considered a dual degree. This is a double major, and the primary major determines the degree, per campus and college policy.

You cannot graduate with an “I” or “incomplete” on your record. If you are taking a self-paced course that hasn’t concluded with a grade posted, or have not completed work for a previously granted incomplete, you will not have the degree conferred.

Contact the instructor from the course you received an “I” in and ask what work you must complete and by what date. If you have questions, ask your advisor.

Look for your diploma to arrive in the mail about eight weeks after the end of the semester in which you complete your degree requirements. For more information or to update your diploma address, please visit the Office of the Registrar’s graduation information page.

If you need a certification of graduation in the four weeks between the official degree conferral date and the posting of degrees, you should contact your advisor, who will request a letter confirming your anticipated graduation.

Yes! Keep an eye out for the official link closer to the May 9 ceremony.

Have additional questions? Check out theseGraduationFAQs →