Important Dates
Apply for Graduation
All students must apply for graduation. The application must be submitted at the beginning of the term in which you plan to complete your degree requirements. This application is required, regardless of whether or not you plan on participating in the graduation commencement ceremony. Conferral of a degree cannot occur if an application is not received. The graduation application begins the academic certification and degree conferral process.
Students who have applied for graduation by the established deadline and have successfully completed all academic requirements are eligible to participate in the commencement ceremony. Students who do not apply for graduation by the deadline forfeit their inclusion in the commencement ceremony and program.
How to Apply for Graduation
The Application for Graduation is located on the goStockton Portal on the Student Services Tab in the Registration Tools box. The link is located in
Registration Tools. The graduation fee is used to cover the cost of commencement regalia,
diplomas and covers, the yearbook, the commencement reception, and other graduation-related
expenses. The $200 fee will be charged to your account within 10-15 business days.
The fee for late applications after the deadline is $250.
If you are unsure about your graduation status, review your degree audit or seek advising
from your preceptor or the Center for Academic Advising. If your graduation application is denied, you will need to reapply at the beginning
of the term in which you plan to complete your degree requirements.
Use the link below to order your cap/gown (regalia). Regalia will be available for pick up at Grad Finale on April 21 & 22. Regalia will not be available before that time.
Report My First Destination
Did you recently graduate from Stockton University? Congratulations! We would love to know what you’re up to. Help us by self-reporting your First Destination.
Why should I report?
Stockton University collects data from recent graduates to understand their status—whether employed, seeking employment, or continuing education. Your input helps answer questions like:
- What percentage of graduates have full-time jobs?
- How many go on to graduate school?
- What is the average compensation?
- How satisfied are graduates with their situation?
This information aids current students and helps Stockton University improve its services.
- Can Stockton help with career planning?
- Yes! We offer various career planning services for Stockton Alumni. See what services we offer for Stockton Alumni.
Attend Grad Finale
Grad Finale
April 21 & 22, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Campus Center Event Room
Receive your cap, gown, guest tickets, and more!
Graduates who did not pre-order regalia will be fitted on site.
Jostens will be on campus for regalia orders for two days only. Graduates participating in Commencement must attend or send someone with their height and z-number.
Graduates with Federal Direct Loans must complete EXIT counseling; contact Financial Aid at 609-652-4203 if unsure.
For immunization compliance, check your email and contact Student Health Services at 609-652-4701 or wellctr@stockton.edu.
Attend Graduate Toast
Graduate Toast
Spring 2026 Graduates
Friday, April 24, 2026
Doors open at 3:30pm
Campus Center Event Room
Come out and celebrate your great accomplishment with fellow graduates, faculty, and staff!
Attend Commencement
Commencement Ceremonies happen once a year in May. Graduates from the previous Summer, Fall, and Spring semesters are invited to participate.
