University Registrar

Finishing up — issues that concern your last semester

• Determine what type of application is necessary for graduation in the selected academic unit and file the form at the appropriate time.
• Confirm that all requirements will be fulfilled by the end of last term of enrollment. See the academic unit for a degree check. Students who experience academic difficulty with any course(s) during their senior year should contact the academic unit to determine a plan of action to complete their undergraduate degree.
• Obtain information concerning graduation activities from the academic unit awarding the degree(s). Information concerning the honors convocation will be sent by the Office of the University Registrar in an e-mail to each student’s University account. Dates and times of ceremonies are listed on the commencement Web site.
• Check with the University Bookstore or attend the University Bookstore graduation fair for information concerning caps, gowns, announcements, class rings, etc.
• Begin an employment search or apply to graduate or professional schools. For assistance, visit the MU Career Center or the career services office of the academic unit.
• Make sure that permanent, parent and local addresses are updated with the Office of the University Registrar to ensure receipt of graduation information. Students may update addresses through myZou.
• Make sure the permanent address to be used after graduation is updated to ensure that the diploma is sent to the correct address.
• Pay any outstanding fees to ensure release of diploma(s) and transcripts.
• If you borrowed any student loans while at MU, you must complete exit counseling. There will be a hold on your transcripts and/or diploma until this requirement is fulfilled. For information regarding exit counseling, visit the student loan collection Web site or call 573-882-6654.