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Graduate Degrees

The Office of the Provost oversees the graduation process for all PhD and Research Master’s degrees at the University.

Sign-up for December 2024 graduation is now open. View the Graduation Calendar for more information. Schedule your deposit in our Contact Us page.

The University of Pennsylvania confers degrees in May, August, and December. Degree candidates must apply to graduate by the date listed in the Graduation Calendar and meet all deadlines for defense and deposit in order to be eligible to graduate in a given term.

Commencement and diploma ceremonies are held in May. Degree clearance is contingent upon timely and successful completion of all degree requirements.

Need help? Contact grad-degree@provost.upenn.edu.

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