Commencement
From late-night study sessions to Zoom calls, you've fueled your educational journey with dedication and passion, inspiring others along the way. ODUGlobal celebrates your achievements and invites you to join us for commencement, online or on campus! Join us for an unforgettable ceremony, access event details, grab celebratory digital swag and connect with inspiring stories of fellow graduates.
Celebrate YOU!
Download our free digital swag to help celebrate the moment and to let others know what you have accomplished!
You can also purchase ODUGlobal gear from the University bookstore. Purchase ODUGlobal Gear
Connect With Us
Don't forget to share your celebrations, photos, and videos on social using the #ODUGlobalGrad24! Be sure to check your student email account following the live ceremonies!
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Frequently Asked Questions
I am coming to campus for graduation. What do I need to know?
Visit the main campus commencement page: https://www.odu.edu/commencement
What is the difference between graduation and commencement?
Graduation is the completion of all degree requirements to be awarded your degree and receive your printed diploma. Commencement is the symbolic ceremony at which your graduation is publicly acknowledged and celebrated. Participation in the Commencement ceremony does not equate to graduating.
How does my name get on the graduation list?
You must follow the directions from Registrar's Office for Applying for Graduation. Upon completing these steps and approval from the Registrar's Office, your graduation status on LEO Online will be changed to "Pending."
When do I apply for my degree?
Please refer to the Registrar's schedule. Note that applying for graduation on time allows you to receive guest tickets for the Commencement ceremony and puts your name in the Commencement program. Graduates who apply after the deadline will not have their names listed in the program. The names of August graduates will appear in the program in the May prior.
I have questions about whether I am eligible to graduate. Who do I talk to?
It is important to meet with your academic advisor early in the graduation process to ensure that you meet all your requirements and necessary deadlines.
What do our graduates say?
ODUGlobal staff were so welcoming, and so willing to help navigate life and school. It felt like a partnership. There was no pressure. They just wanted me to succeed. That was very empowering and impactful.
ODUGlobal meant I didn't have to wait until graduation to [experience life]. I'm seeing the world through different lenses, and my education is paralleling my growth in life. ODUGlobal has been a perfect fit. Read more about Zara Kelly
