Get Graduation Request Form Instructions

Filling out the graduation request form is an important step in the graduation process. This guide will provide you with a clear, step-by-step approach to ensure that all required information is accurately completed, facilitating a smooth submission process.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your graduation request form online.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Start by entering your name in the designated field. This ensures that your personal information is correctly recorded.
3. Provide your social security number (SS#) in the corresponding field for identification purposes.
4. Indicate the term in which you are seeking your degree. This is critical for your graduation timeline.
5. Fill out your current address clearly, making sure to update if it differs from your records with the Office of Student Services.
6. Enter your daytime phone number to allow for communication if needed.
7. Specify the degree you are seeking, which should be listed as M.Ed.
8. For the major program, choose the appropriate option from the list provided in the instructions.
9. Fill in the curriculum code that corresponds to your chosen major program for accurate processing.
10. If you are in the Instructional Leadership - Educational Studies program, indicate your area of specialization (Elementary, Secondary, or Self-Designed).
11. Answer whether you are pursuing an Illinois certificate through your program. If ‘Yes,’ ensure all further paperwork is submitted.
12. Indicate if you plan to apply to any Ph.D. programs after completing your M.Ed. If ‘Yes,’ consult with the designated advisor.
13. Finally, both you and your advisor must sign the form in the designated areas, ensuring all signatures are dated. Once completed, return the form to the Office of Student Services for the Director of Graduate Studies' signature.
14. After obtaining the necessary signatures, save the changes, download or print the completed form, and share it as needed.

Complete your graduation request form online today to ensure a smooth graduation process.