Graduating Students

Students are encouraged to review the Graduating Students page on the central University Registrar's Office website for detailed information on preparing to graduate, the ceremony schedule, what to expect for the convocation ceremony, and more.

Your eligibility to graduate will be assessed using your current courses on the assumption that you will be successful in them and will meet your degree and program requirements. You can check your degree and program requirements on Degree Explorer.

The deadline to request Fall 2026 graduation in ACORN is September 3, 2026. Under the "Graduation & Convocation" option on ACORN, select Confirm Intent to Graduate button. If you are unable to request graduation in ACORN, please contact our office immediately at  uc.registrar@utoronto.ca if you have any questions or concerns.

The Degree Request/Cancellation form can be used for the following reasons: 

1. You are unable to request graduation on ACORN
2. You wish to cancel your graduation request 
3. You wish to upgrade your Bachelor (3-year degree) to a Honours (4-year degree)

Download the Degree Request/Cancellation Form

Once the form is complete, either email the form to uc.registrar@utoronto.ca or drop it off in person at the office.

If you complete all the degree requirements of the Honours degree except the minimum cumulative GPA requirement of 1.85, you can request a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree (BA or BSc). Please submit the completed form to UC's Academic Advising & Registrar’s Office.

Download the degree drop-down form.

The Faculty of Arts & Science ceremony (includes University College students) is scheduled for Monday October 26 at 1:30 p.m. Visit the Convocation Ceremony Search page for details.

All eligible students must RSVP to indicate if they will attend or not attend their ceremony.

For detailed information on RSVPing, guest tickets, and gown and hood rentals, review the RSVP & Tickets section of the Graduating Students page on the central University Registrar's Office website.

Students who are not attending their Convocation ceremony must RSVP "not attending" in ACORN during the RSVP period.

For detailed information on receiving your diploma if you are not attending your Convocation ceremony, please review the Diplomas page on the central University Registrar's Office website

Be advised that your diploma will bear your Record Name exactly as it is shown in ACORN. To view your Record Name, click on "Profile & Settings" on your ACORN dashboard and view "Personal Information" in the profile tab.

If you would like to change how your name appears on your diploma and in the convocation brochure, you must make the request in advance; otherwise, the name currently displayed in ACORN will be used. 

• If you want to add accents or special characters to your name or remove the period after an initial in your name, please complete the Accents on Diploma Name Form and return it to the Office of Convocation 
• For all other name change requests, students must submit the Change of First/Middle Name or Gender Form and email it to our office at uc.registrar@utoronto.ca with a clear and colour photo/scan of your valid (unexpired) Canadian government issued photo ID or passport. 

The deadline to submit your name change for Fall 2026 Convocation is Friday October 2 at 5:00 p.m. EST. Fees will apply for name changes received after the deadline.

For more information about name changes, please review the Changing Your Name or Gender page on the University Registrar's Office website. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to our office.

You can request a letter from the Faculty of Arts & Science confirming your intent to graduate, your eligibility to graduate or to confirm graduation.

Visit the Office of the Faculty Registrar to request graduation letters.

All Spring 2026 graduating students must have their photo taken by Lassman Studios if they wish to appear in the Graduating Class Composite.
 
You must sign up online to book your appointment:
 
Click here to book or follow these 2 easy steps:

1. Visit http://www.lassmanstudios.com/dcs_sched/

2. Enter uc26 in the school ID to access the schedules.
 
Find a time that is convenient for you and book.
 
If you cannot find an appointment that works with your schedule contact questions@lassmanstudios.com to book a session with Lassman Studios directly up until May 9, 2026.

As per school tradition, professional attire is recommended. This may include either a bow-tie, a flat print tie, a white shirt, or a white blouse.

The UC Graduating Year Awards are intended to encourage and support graduates pursuing further education at the graduate level at any institution.

To qualify, applicants must be continuing to graduate-level studies in the year immediately following their graduating year. Those studies may be at any postsecondary institution. In additional to the initial application, students must also have two academic references submitted to the UC Academic Advising & Registrar’s Office.

Detailed descriptions of the awards available and how to apply can be found on the UC website under Scholarships & Awards (Graduating Year Awards). Students may only apply in their graduating year. Students who convocated in the preceding fall ceremony and upcoming spring ceremony apply to the same award application. The deadline to apply for the UC Graduating Year Awards was May 1, 2026.

Please reach out to uc.registrar@utoronto.ca if you have any questions or concerns.

For detailed information on diploma frames, review the Photos, Gifts and Memorabilia page on the central University Registrar's Office website.

Crafting Effective Graduate School Applications (CEGSA) Certificate for Fall 2026

Register for this year's Crafting Effective Graduate School Applications (CEGSA) certificate program! Whether you're applying to graduate school this year or are considering applying in the future, this series of five workshops will take you through all the important steps in the application process. Join academic, financial, and career advisors to discuss required documents, funding, references, and more! 

Completion of all five virtual workshops will earn you credit on your U of T Co-Curricular Record. Learn more and sign up at: uoft.me/cegsa. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact uc.registrar@utoronto.ca. 

FALL 2026 WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:

​HOW TO APPLY TO GRADUATE SCHOOL | September 29, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Register to receive the Zoom link.

This workshop offers an overview of the graduate school application process and introduces key U of T resources and the CEGSA certificate. Participants will gain an understanding on the components of a grad school application and how to approach each piece. 

HOW TO WRITE A STATEMENT OF INTENT | October 13, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Register to receive the Zoom link.

​Learn how to craft a strong statement of intent for your grad school applications! This workshop covers the differences between the statement of intent and a personal statement, what to include (and avoid), tips for tailoring your writing to different programs, and resources to help you along the way.

HOW TO WRITE A PERSONAL STATEMENT | October 13, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. | Register to receive the Zoom link.

Learn how to craft a strong personal statement for your grad school applications! This workshop covers the differences between the statement of intent and a personal statement, what to include (and avoid), tips for tailoring your writing to different programs, and resources to help you along the way.

HOW TO REQUEST LETTERS OF REFERENCE | November 3, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Register to receive the Zoom link.

This workshop covers the role of references in grad school applications and what makes a strong letter. Learn how to identify and approach potential referees, build effective relationships with referees, and create a timeline for managing the reference process.

HOW TO IDENTIFY FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR GRADUATE SCHOOL | November 17, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Register to receive the Zoom link.

Explore the different types of funding (e.g. grants, scholarships, bursaries, awards) and learn how to find and apply for them. This workshop will help you understand funding differences across graduate programs, navigate Ontario-specific opportunities, and discover U of T and UC specific awards available to graduating students.

HOW TO GAIN VALUABLE EXPERIENCE FOR GRADUATE SCHOOL | December 1, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Register to receive the Zoom link.

Discover how co-curricular and non-academic experiences can strengthen your grad school applications. This workshop will help you find opportunities at U of T and beyond, choose experiences that align with your goals, and learn how to talk about your about your co-curricular experience in graduate school applications. 

Below are some resources that might be helpful in navigating your journey after graduating:

• What do I do after university?
• Career Exploration & Education
• Applying to Graduate Programs at U of T's School of Graduate Studies