Important Dates

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  • September 30th (Fall)
  • January 31st (Spring)

You must complete the following steps in preparation for graduation:

  • Complete an Application for Degree Completion.
  • It is recommended that your application be submitted early in the semester, prior to your expected completion. This will allow time to make required schedule adjustments for the upcoming semester, and to process any required documents, for a smooth process.
  • Please check the class schedule book for the application deadline. If you have questions regarding the degree completion process, consult your advisor, program chair or an evaluator in the Records Office.
  • Applications for Degree Completion at the Prescott Campus should be submitted to the Records Office.
  • Questions about applications for Degree Completion at the Worldwide Campus should be submitted to Worldwide.registrar@erau.edu.

Thursday, February 27, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Bookstore
  • Order your cap, gown, announcements and class rings
  • Reps will be on-site

Thursday, March 5, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

Davis Learning Center (DLC)

  • Learn where, what, when and why
  • Nominate your class speaker and class marshals

Caps & Gowns

Class Rings
  • Prescott — Representatives will be available on campus, at the “Grad Gear Fair” and at the “Grad Fair." Check with the Prescott Campus Bookstore for schedule.
  • Worldwide — Order through Herff-Jones Worldwide website or contact the Prescott Bookstore.
Announcements
  • Prescott and Worldwide graduates can both order announcements through Herff Jones (respective websites).
  • Announcements can also be ordered through Balfour and Jostens. Local print shops or office supply stores occasionally offer announcements as well (Office Max, Staples, etc.).
  • Contact Prescott Campus Bookstore with questions on any of these items.

Thursday, March 19, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Davis Learning Center (DLC)

  • Final information on rehearsal, honors reception and commencement
  • Vote on class speaker and class marshals

Wednesday, March 25, 2020 - Noon

Dean of Students Office, Building 49

  • Chancellor's Award (by invitation)
  • Ed King Community Service Award (by invitation)

Dates TBD

DLC

  • Prescott Only
  • Need to Attend One Session

Friday, April 3

To have your country flag at graduation, contact our Center for International Programs and Studies Office. 

Tuesday, April 21, 2020 - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Prescott Campus - The Hangar

DJ, Food, Beer, Cider, Group Photo: 6:00 p.m.

Friday, May 1, 2020 - 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Prescott Campus - Alumni Engagement (Building 37)

Bring family and friends, get your alumni pin and enjoy light refreshments with fellow Worldwide Campus graduates celebrating their commencement in Prescott. Watch for RSVP information.

Wednesday, April 22 - Thursday, April 23, 2020

STEM Atrium, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. both days

  • Start with Career Services Table
  • Pick-up your cap and gown
  • Sign up for ERAU Alumni Website
  • Order your class ring

A professional photographer will be available at Rehearsal and Commencement.

Thursday, April 30, 2020 — Rehearsal (Findlay Toyota Center, 3201 N. Main St, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314)

  • Individual cap and gown photos, 4:00 p.m.
  • Class photo with caps and gowns, 5:00 p.m.
  • Rehearsal, 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 2, 2020 — Commencement (Findlay Toyota Center, 3201 N. Main St, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314)

  • Individual cap and gown photos, 7:00 a.m.

Thursday, April 30, 2020 - 6:00 p.m.

Findlay Toyota Center (3201 N. Main St, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314)

Friday, May 1, 2020 - 3:00 p.m.

  • On Campus, Activity Center

Saturday, May 2, 2020 - 9:00 a.m.

Findlay Toyota Center (3201 N. Main St, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314)

  • Individual cap and gown photos, 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. (back stage)
  • Line-up, 8:00 a.m. (back stage)
  • Commencement Ceremony, 9:00 a.m. (Findlay Toyota Center)
  • Faculty Senate Meet & Greet by College at conclusion of ceremony (on Concourse) - an opportunity for Faculty to congratulate graduates and meet their families

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