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Mail Code 4511
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL 62901
618-536-2327 | F: 618-453-6044
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Steps to Graduate - Undergraduate Program
Welcome to the Graduation Checklist for CS Undergraduates
Congratulations on nearing the completion of your undergraduate degree in Computer Science! To ensure a smooth path to graduation, please follow the steps outlined below:
1. Verify Degree Requirements
- Ensure that all coursework, including electives, major-specific classes, and any minors, has been completed.
- Check your Degree Works Degree Audit to confirm that all requirements have been met.
2. Schedule an Advising Appointment
- Meet with your academic advisor to review your Degree Works Degree Audit and confirm that you are on track for graduation.
- Discuss any potential issues and resolve them before applying to graduate.
3. Apply for Graduation
- Submit your application for graduation through the student portal by the deadline.
- Pay any applicable graduation fees.
4. Complete the Exit Survey
- Contact the School of Computing main office staff to complete the School of Computing’s exit survey, which provides valuable feedback for program improvements.
5. Prepare for Commencement
- Order your cap and gown through the university bookstore.
- Review the commencement schedule and make necessary arrangements for attendance.
6. Final Grade Submission
- Ensure that all final grades, quizzes, labs, and assignments are turned in and graded by your professors.
- Check your final grades and confirm that you have passed all required courses.
7. Return University Property
- Return any university-owned equipment, such as lab materials or borrowed items, before leaving campus.
- Clear any outstanding dues with the library or other university services.
8. Stay Connected
- Join the School of Computing Alumni Network to stay connected with your peers and receive updates about the program.
9. Request Your Diploma
- After final grades are posted and degree requirements are verified, request your diploma to be mailed to your preferred address.
We wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors! If you have any questions or need assistance during the graduation process, please contact the Graduate Program Assistant or the Computer Science Program Director.
Apply for Graduation!
- https://commencement.siu.edu/
- https://registrar.siu.edu/_common/documents/pdf/graduation-application.pdf
Earn an Accelerated Masters
Computer Science undergraduates may also pursue an accelerated one-year MS degree. Learn more about our Accelerated Masters here.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT EXIT SURVEY:
We value the feedback of our graduates and strive to continually improve our computer science programs. After graduation, we invite you to participate in our career development exit survey. Share your experiences, insights, and suggestions to help us enhance the quality of our education and better prepare future computer science professionals. Your input is invaluable in shaping the future of our programs.
You can use these links to direct visitors to the respective pages where they can find more detailed information about each topic. Don't forget to create and format those linked pages accordingly with the specific information and resources you want to provide.
Please click the image below to complete the Career Development Exit Survey.
