Graduation information for graduates of the Northland East Grand Forks campus.
Spring Commencement 2027
WHEN
Date: Friday, May 14, 2027
Start Time: 11:00 a.m.
WHERE
Chester Fritz Auditorium
3475 University Ave Stop 9028
Grand Forks, ND 58202
Apply for Graduation
Graduation is not automatic; ALL STUDENTS MUST APPLY TO GRADUATE, even if they do not intend to participate in the commencement ceremony.
Application Deadlines
| Term | Deadline to apply |
|---|---|
| Fall Graduation (December) | October 15 |
| Spring or Summer Graduation (May) | March 1 |
*If a graduation deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, applications will be processed through the next business day. Failure to apply on time may delay your graduation.
Online Graduation Application
Click the button below to begin your online application for graduation.
Paper Graduation Application
Print and Complete Paper Application for Graduation
Please submit your completed paper Application for Graduation to graduation@northlandcollege.edu
Commencement Information
Commencement Assembly Process
- Graduate candidates must arrive by 10:00 a.m. at the Chester Fritz Auditorium – lower level to allow for the assembly process.
- Please pick up your name card at the check-in table in the lower level. When you approach the stage, you will hand it to the announcer.
- Locate your major/program sign and line up in alphabetical order, by last name, in front of the program sign. Signs will be posted on the wall.
- Ushers will lead you from the assembly area into the auditorium. You will be ushered to your seats. Please remain standing until asked to be seated.
Honor Students
Honor students will pick up their honor regalia during the Grad Prep. Honor calculations are based on the cumulative GPA of the student’s academic transcript following the fall semester. Spring semester grades are not available for calculation prior to commencement. Final academic honors will be posted to the final transcripts.
- Highest Honors: cumulative GPA 3.75 – 4.0 (Medallion + Gold Stole)
- Academic Excellence: cumulative GPA 3.50 – 3.74 (Medallion)
The Graduation Committee does not distribute Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Stoles. If you are a PTK member and would like a stole for graduation, please make sure to contact your PTK Advisor prior to graduation.
Degrees, Diplomas & Certificates
Degrees, diplomas, and certificates will be mailed approximately 4-8 weeks after your final grades are posted (pending successful completion of your program requirements).