Congratulations on reaching this important milestone in your academic journey! If you are nearing the completion of your degree requirements at Hunter College, it’s time to apply for graduation. This step ensures that your academic records are reviewed and your degree is officially conferred. On this page, you’ll find all the information you need about the application process, deadlines, and what to expect as you prepare for graduation. Take the next step toward celebrating your accomplishments!
Graduation from Hunter College means that you have officially completed your academic degree requirements. Your degree conferral is the official acknowledgment of your graduation and is noted on your official transcript. The diploma is the document you receive to announce that you have been awarded your degree.
Degrees are conferred four (4) times per academic year. You should apply to graduate based on when you will complete your degree requirements.
| Degree Requirements Completed | Graduation Application Filing Period | Degree Conferral Date |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | October 16, 2025 – February 15, 2026 | June 1, 2026 |
| Summer 2026* | February 16, 2026 – June 15th 2026 | September 1, 2026 |
| Fall 2026/Winter 2027** | June 16, 2026 – October 15, 2026 | January 1 2027 |
*Summer Graduation Candidates must apply by the April 1st deadline in order to be eligible to attend the Commencement Ceremony and have their name included in the Commencement Program. Candidates who apply for Summer Graduation after April 1st are still eligible to graduate if they apply by June 15th.
** To apply for Winter Graduation, go to your CUNYfirst account and apply for Fall graduation. Then you must email dgraudt@hunter.cuny.edu in order to be added as a Winter Graduation candidate. Keep in mind you need to be enrolled in a winter class in order to be eligible for Winter Graduation. The Winter Conferral date is February 1st.
For more information regarding the Commencement Ceremony please visit the commencement website or email commencement@hunter.cuny.edu.
The Commencement Ceremony, also known as Commencement, is Hunter's annual celebration to recognize our recent graduates and graduation candidates. Only students who have applied to graduate will be invited to attend Commencement. Attendance at Commencement is not an indication that you have officially completed your degree.
Prior to your degree conferral:
Upon graduation from the College, your academic record at Hunter College will be closed and cannot be changed. For more information regarding Hunter College degree requirements, rules and regulations, please refer to the College Catalog for the year you entered Hunter. For additional questions, schedule an appointment with your advisor through the Navigate for Students mobile app.
