Before Graduating

Ask professors for references.

Get recommendation letters.

Prepare resume and cover letter.

Prepare portfolio of college work.

Create a new, professional e-mail account.

Join your school's alumni network.

Google yourself.

Join LinkedIn

com.

Make sure you're completing all of your university, college, and major requirements.

Clear up any holds.

Decide when you're officially graduating.

Join the Degree List.

Sign up to receive two free commencement tickets and have your name printed in the program.

Graduation Ceremony

Make arrangements for you and your guests.

Purchase your cap & gown

Get tickets for graduation.

Attend graduation ceremony.

Download or Print this Graduation Checklist

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Who it's for

This Graduation Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.

Avoid forgetting - keep all your Graduation essentials in one place (external memory)
Save time - start from a proven Graduation structure instead of a blank page
Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time

How to use this Graduation Checklist

Save Graduation Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Graduation (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.

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