Commencement Information
Note: Content on this page is provided as a quick reference for planning. All official course descriptions/degree requirements/admission standards/program learning outcomes/etc. are published on the Graduate College’s website Graduate Catalog.
Boise State has two commencement ceremonies each year. Both events usually include over 2,000 graduates and 6,000 family and friends. Commencement ceremonies are also streamed live – on the day of the event, on the Boise State website. You will find the information you need about commencement on the web pages and points of contact noted below.
Assistance Prior to and at Commencement:
- Regarding any questions you have about commencement, graduation paperwork and deadlines etc. You can contact at edtech@boisestate.edu.
Please RSVP To Be Added To the Department and University Attendee List
Notify us if you plan to attend commencement:
- Please let us know if you plan to attend.
Registrar‘s Office: You will receive an email from the Registrar’s Office regarding your eligibility to attend commencement. You must respond regarding your intent to attend by the deadline stated in the email. If you believe that you should be graduating with a degree in December 2014 and you have not received the email, please contact the Registrar’s office.
Commencement Events:
Detailed Information about Commencements
Transcripts, Diplomas, and Certificates:
Since Commencement occurs before final grades have been verified, you will receive only a diploma cover at the ceremony, but your actual diploma and/or certificates will be mailed to you by the Registrar’s Office approximately six weeks after grades have been submitted to allow for all degree requirements to be audited and approved.
Commencement and Regalia:
The Boise State Bookstore coordinates all orders. Be sure to order by the deadlines noted. The colors of the regalia that you need to order depending upon the degree you are earning:
- Master of Educational Technology (M.E.T.)
- Light Blue Hood
- Light Blue Tassel
More information about Commencement and Regalia
State and City Information:
If you are an out-of-town graduate or guest – these links may be helpful to you: