Nicholas School Graduation

One-stop resource for Undergrads, Masters and PhD graduating students

UNDERGRADUATES

Important information for Undergraduate students. Please review the list of graduation preparation details below, as this information may be time sensitive.

EVENTS

View the Nicholas School’s web page outlining the Schedule of Events. Additional information is available at the university’s Commencement website.

GRADUATION WITH DISTINCTION

Details for Graduation with Distinction are outlined on the Nicholas School website.

EVITE

Access the electronic graduation announcement (or Evite) that you can share with your family and friends who are celebrating your many academic accomplishments.

ORDER APPAREL

Students must wear the full academic apparel to both the NSOE Recognition Ceremony and the University-wide Ceremony. Students should not wear hoods during the Baccalaureate Service. The style and color of your academic apparel depend on the degree you will receive at commencement.

ORDER YOUR ACADEMIC APPAREL!

TO-DO-LIST 
  • Order academic apparel for graduation ceremonies.
  • Apply to Graduate in DukeHub. If you applied to graduate in an earlier term but did not graduate, you will need to apply again.
  • We need to know your plans to attend the NSOE Recognition Ceremony, so please submit the RSVP Form.
  • Fill out the following Qualtrics form to submit a short bio and a photo of yourself. These bios/photos will be shared during the ceremony! There is also a drop box to submit any photos during your undergrad experience, that you would like to share to be featured in a video montage.
  • Please ensure that your bursar bill is paid; otherwise, your diploma will be withheld. Should you have questions, contact bursar@duke.edu
  • Return your locker key and other belongings to the NSOE Facilities Office. Arrange a drop-off time by contacting facilities-nsoe@duke.edu.

QUESTIONS 

Contact the NSOE Undergraduate Program Coordinator if you have any questions.