Candidate Information

Graduation Application

If you are a student planning to graduate, you will need to complete the Graduation Application for the term in which you will complete your degree requirements. 

For any questions regarding your graduation application, or to change your Commencement participation status, please contact the Registrar's Office at registrar@ucmerced.edu

REMINDER:  In order to participate in any Commencement ceremony you must have submitted your Graduation Application by the deadline.

Phonetic Pronunciation

Each graduate will have their name announced as they cross the stage at Commencement.  Graduates will receive an email with instructions and deadlines to submit phonetic pronunciation for their ceremony.