Undergraduate students should use this page for information specific to bachelor's-degree graduates, including graduation fee, key dates and events, and ceremony details.
Key Dates and Times
| Date | Event | Time |
|---|---|---|
| January 22, 2026 | 100 Days Party | 6–8 p.m. Callan Athletic Center (during the basketball games) |
| March 26, 2026 | Senior Launch Party | 6–9 p.m. Alumni Hall, Dixon Ministry Center |
| April 15, 2026 | Senior Class Chapel | 10 a.m. Jeremiah Chapel, Dixon Ministry Center |
| April 30, 2026 | Commencement Rehearsal – 10 a.m. Ceremony | 6–7:30 p.m. in the Doden Field House |
| Commencement Rehearsal – 2 p.m. Ceremony | 4–5:30 p.m. in the Doden Field House | |
| May 1, 2026 | Senior Celebration | 8 p.m. Jeremiah Chapel, Dixon Ministry Center |
| May 2, 2026 | Commencement Ceremonies | 10 a.m. Doden Field House 2 p.m. Doden Field House |
Events for Graduating Seniors
100 Days Party
January 22, 2026, 6–8 p.m. | Stranahan Gymnasium (during the basketball game)
Senior Launch Party
March 26, 2026, 6-9 p.m. | Dixon Ministry Center, Alumni Hall
Sponsored by the CU Alumni Association
Join us for the Senior Launch Party, an exclusive event for the Class of 2026! This is your official welcome into the Cedarville University Alumni Association, designed to connect you with key campus partners who will streamline the graduation process.
Mingle with staff and fellow classmates while enjoying refreshments, fun giveaways, and your first piece of alumni swag. Don't miss this celebration to kick-off your final weeks of the semester!
Senior Class Chapel
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 10 a.m. | Dixon Ministry Center, Jeremiah Chapel
In-person and livestream available. This chapel will be led by Cedarville University's Senior Class of students.
Commencement Ceremony Rehearsals
April 30, 2026 | Doden Field House
- 10 a.m. Ceremony rehearsal at 6–7:30 p.m.
- 2 p.m. Ceremony rehearsal at 4–5:30 p.m.
Senior Celebration
May 1, 2026 , 8 p.m. | Dixon Ministry Center, Jeremiah Chapel
Join us for a special evening of worship, encouragement, and prayer as we honor the Class of 2026 and their families. Reflect on the transformation the students have experienced over the past 1,000 days and celebrate all that God has planned for their future.
The evening concludes with a reception in the Alumni Hall outside the chapel. Don't miss this meaningful and memorable event!
Commencement Ceremonies
Below is the schedule for class of 2026 commencement ceremonies by department/school:
May 2 at 10 a.m.:
- Allied Health
- Education
- Engineering and Computer Science
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Psychology
- Social Work
May 2 at 2 p.m.:
- Art, Design, and Theatre
- Biblical and Theological Studies
- Business
- Communication
- English, Literature, and Modern Languages
- History and Government
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Music and Worship
- Science and Mathematics
Confirming Intent to Graduate
Undergraduate students who are nearing completion of their degree programs should confirm their intent to graduate by completing the undergraduate Intent to Graduate form.
The deadline for indicating your intent to graduate and participate in commencement is March 1, 2026. Upon receipt of your Intent to Graduate form in the Office of the Registrar, an academic evaluation will be generated on your behalf.
Upon confirmation of your eligibility for graduation, a representative from the Office of the Registrar will confirm your tentative date of completion and add your name to the list of prospective graduates, as appropriate.
Diplomas
Diplomas are distributed to all eligible graduates at commencement. If you have any incomplete academic requirements or if you owe the University any money, you will not receive your diploma. Please check with the Cashiers Office if you have any questions about your account.
After grades are submitted, the Office of the Registrar will review your academic file to ensure that you have met the graduation requirements and record your degree.
Grade Changes
If you anticipate any changes in grades earned in specific courses, take time to review your transcript to ensure that those changes actually occurred.
Transcripts
The appropriate degree information will be posted to your undergraduate transcript after final grades have been submitted and the Office of the Registrar has verified that all of your degree requirements and other obligations to the University have been satisfied.
In addition to the courses you took and grades you earned in each, your transcript includes the total number of credits earned, your final cumulative GPA, your degree awarded, the date of your degree, and any academic honors that you received.
Complimentary Transcript
A complimentary official copy of your final transcript will be emailed to you at your email address as recorded in the Office of the Registrar after your degree has been posted.
If you anticipate a change of your email address following graduation, please make sure to update your email address information in myCU as soon as possible.
Requesting Additional Transcripts
Additional copies of your transcript may be requested electronically. To obtain a copy of your transcript for an employer or for other purposes visit the Office of the Registrar website.
Please allow three to five business days for regular transcript processing. A fee will be assessed per transcript and payable at the time of the request. Additional fees apply if expedited processing and/or delivery service is requested.
Graduation Fee
The graduation fee for undergraduates is applicable for all graduates whether or not they participate in commencement. This fee will be charged to the approved graduating students during Spring Semester 2026.