Graduation & Diploma Information
All students completing program requirements for degrees, teacher certification or certificates must complete the Application to Graduate through NEST.
Once the application is submitted, the Office of the Registrar will review your academic record to ensure program requirements have been met to clear you for program completion. Then, you will receive emails about your graduation status and attending commencement for degree-seeking students. After applying, additional coursework is not permitted unless you are approved for a new program
When to Apply to Graduate
- Summer (August 2026) Graduation: Apply between April 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026
- Winter (January 2027) Graduation: Apply between May 1, 2026 - November 2, 2026
- Spring (May 2027) Graduation: Apply between November 2, 2026 - March 15, 2027
Important: Graduation is the certified completion of your degree, certificate or certification’s program requirements. It is not a ceremony. When you apply for graduation, you are NOT registering for Commencement. This is a different process.
It is the student’s responsibility to apply for graduation or completion of all programs of study prior to the final term of completion and prior to being eligible to sign up to attend Commencement, which is a ceremony to celebrate your achievements.
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Where's My Diploma?
Diplomas and certificates are mailed approximately 6–8 weeks after conferral of degrees and you must have no outstanding financial obligations to receive your diploma or certificate. Diplomas and certificates are mailed to the address provided on your graduation application.
- eDiploma Options Available: After the initial diploma has been shipped, you may request a certified PDF version for verification purposes through DiploMatic.
- Need a Replacement?: Alumni can request a replacement diploma online through DiploMatic which will be processed so long as you do not have any holds.
Graduation Honors
Undergraduate students who have completed a minimum of 45 undergraduate credits at Montclair by the end of the semester prior to their Commencement may be recognized for graduation honors.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.700 - 3.799: Cum Laude
- Cumulative GPA of 3.800 –3.899: Magna Cum Laude
- Cumulative GPA of 3.900 - 4.000: Summa Cum Laude
Honors designation will be noted on the final transcript and diploma.
Proof of Completion
If your degree has not yet been posted, you may request a Statement of Completion, which can be used for employment or further education.
In order to be eligible, you must have submitted an application for graduation.