Convocation Ceremony

Graduation and Convocation

Spring Convocation: June 3–10, 2026

Congratulations, you’ve nearly finished your degree! The information on this website will take you through the final steps required for you to apply to graduate, convocate and receive your parchment. 

Graduation and Convocation

Graduation is the process of officially finishing your degree. Convocation refers to the ceremony associated with your awarded degree. You are required to apply to graduate through your Student Centre. 

When do I apply to graduate?

Find out when the application to graduate opens and closes, based on when you'll be completing your program requirements. 

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How do I apply to graduate?

You must verify the completion of your degree requirements, apply to graduate, and confirm your mailing address. 

Learn more about applying to graduate

What is convocation at UCalgary all about?

Find more information about our convocation ceremonies, from dates and times to traditions and photography. 

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Important graduation dates and deadlines

Spring Convocation:
June 3–10, 2026

Jan. 30

Letter of Permission (LOP) transcript deadline (Winter Conferral)

Graduate application cancellation deadline (Winter Conferral)

Name change deadline (Winter Conferral)
 


March 31

Graduate application deadline (Spring)


April 21

Letter of Permission (LOP) transcript deadline (Spring)

Graduate application cancellation deadline (Spring)

Name change deadline (Spring)


May 13

Attendance Notification deadline (Spring 2026 Convocation)



Congratulations, Class of 2026!

From left: Deborah Yedlin, President Sauli Niinistö, Jackie Flanagan, Elder Rod Hunter, Marilyn and Jeff McCaig, Jill Wyatt and Ben Matchett

Recognizing achievements and service at Spring Convocation

From global leadership and Indigenous knowledge‑keeping to journalism, philanthropy, athletics and community advocacy, this spring’s Honorary Degree and Order of the University of Calgary recipients represent a remarkable breadth of achievement and service.

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Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attends final convocation of the University of Calgary in Qatar

120 graduates honoured as UCQ concludes two decades of transformative impact on Qatar’s health-care sector

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Be a part of the celebration!

Calling UCalgary community members, students, faculty, staff and alumni: Help make fall convocation a memorable experience for new graduands and their families

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Undergrad’s research sheds light on LGBTQ+ newcomers’ journey to Calgary

PURE Award opens door to meaningful studies by Social Work grad Thomas Tri

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