Summer Graduation Deadlines
The following degree deadlines are required to be met by graduate students graduating during the summer semester in August.
| Deadline | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 02/01/2024 | Candidacy Form Submission to GAPE [pdf] Utilized by current students to record degree requirements |
| 03/01/2024 | Graduation Application (First-Time Applicants) [pdf] Students meeting graduation eligibility may apply via MySJSU |
| 03/01/2024 | Graduation Date Change Request Utilized by students to change a graduation date to another term |
Important Note: View the College of Graduate Studies website for Thesis and Dissertation Review and Publication Due Dates.
For students completing a Plan A master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation you may review the College of Graduate Studies Thesis and Dissertation Information website for detailed instructions on how and where to submit each document. For any additional questions regarding this process, please contact the Office of the College of Graduate Studies at (408) 924-2427 or graduate-studies@sjsu.edu.
Important Dates and Timelines
Please note, some of the following dates are subject to change in accordance with the University Academic Calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| N/A | 1290R Registration not required for Summer |
| TBD | Degree Conferral Date listed on diploma/transcript confirming award of degree |
| Aug-Sep | Graduation Review (Degree Posting) GAPE Evaluator reviews student file for degree completion |
| Sep-Oct | Diploma Mailing |
