Graduation Procedures

Current Students

Are you ready for graduation from Parkland College? Use the checklist below to make sure you complete the graduation process in a timely, convenient manner.

Before your last year:

Plan out your last year/semester's coursework to make sure you're in the right program of study/major.
Complete an unofficial graduation audit.
Submit a "Petition to Graduate" to Admissions and Records, room A167.

Early in your last semester:

Make sure that your "Petition to Graduate" is on file and is valid.
Order your cap and gown for graduation from March 24-March 28, 2008 in room X150.
Students with financial aid: Meet with a financial aid advisor, room A170, to make arrangements to close your account, learn about loan repayment, or transfer your financial aid to your next school.
Secure general letters of recommendation from Parkland faculty members for future needs, where applicable.

If you plan to transfer

Meet with a counselor, room A251, or with an academic advisor or the Transfer Center coordinator in room A183, to discuss transfer options and the application process. For more information, call 217/353-2644.

Visit the Career Center, room A175, 217/351-2536 for help in securing employment in your career field, including tips on resume writing, help with posting resumes, job fair information, and local and statewide job listings.

Graduation Procedures - Current Students - Parkland College

Current Students