Graduation, Transcripts and Grades

From applying to graduate to requesting transcripts and checking your grades, most actions are completed in NEST but here is the information you need to know!

Who Should Apply to Graduate?

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 13, 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.

Ready to Graduate?

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. 
View the Status of Your Diploma!
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Grades & Dean's List

You can view your grades and academic standing in NEST at the end of every semester. We also encourage you to read about our pass/fail grading policy.

Did you know?

  • GPA is calculated on a 4.0 scale
  • Grades range from A (excellent) to F (failure)
  • A "WD" indicates a withdrawn course
  • Dean's List can be achieved each semester for full-time undergraduate students with a 3.5 or higher and must have at least 12 credits to count towards that GPA.
  • Part-time undergraduate students may qualify by earning a 3.5 across two consecutive semesters.
  • Dean's List is not calculated during the summer or winter terms
  • Students cannot have incomplete (IN) grades during that term or they will not qualify
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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 - 3799: 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.

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Request a Transcript

Official transcripts are requested online through the National Student Clearinghouse for current Montclair and Bloomfield students. It takes approximately 72 hours for electronic copies to be delivered. You may also order them to be sent through the mail. 

  • Students with Holds: Cannot access their transcripts until the hold(s) is resolved.
  • Former Bloomfield College of Montclair State University students (or Bloomfield students who attended prior to January 1, 2025 and are not currently enrolled): Use the BC Clearinghouse website to request transcripts.
  • NJ DOE Certification Applicants: To ensure the successful delivery of your official transcript to certapplication@doe.nj.gov, on the "Transcript and Delivery Details” page click the “Department” field, choose “Not in List” and hit “Continue” and specify the exact email address you were provided on the next page.

Unofficial transcripts are available for current students and may be downloaded at any time through your NEST account. Students who have a hold cannot access their unofficial transcript.

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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.