Preparing for Graduation
Preparing for Graduation
Congratulations! As you enter your final semester at Lincoln University, there are several important dates and details about graduation you will want to know. Find them all right here, or email us at Registrar@LincolnU.edu with your questions.
File for a Degree
You must complete an application for graduation before you can participate in a graduation ceremony and receive a diploma. The deadline to file for degrees for spring and summer semesters is February 15, 2023.
Ceremony Dates
Lincoln University of Missouri — Fort Leonard Wood
- School of Nursing Pinning Ceremony
Lincoln University of Missouri — Jefferson City
- Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
- Department of Humanities and Communications
- Department of Science, Technology, and Mathematics
- Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Liberal Studies
- School of Business
- School of Education
- School of Nursing
- School of Nursing Pinning Ceremony
Ceremony Participation Policy
Students must satisfy all academic and financial requirements to be eligible to participate in the commencement ceremonies.
Cap & Gown
All graduates participating in commencement must wear the appropriate attire. You MUST purchase your academic regalia and invitations through Jostens. Be sure to allow enough time for delivery.
Graduation Honors Information
Students receiving a BA, BLS, or BS who have completed sixty (60) hours at Lincoln University, and who have a cumulative GPA (including coursework at other universities) of 3.2 or above will graduate with honors.
GPA 3.2 - 3.5: Cum Laude honors
GPA 3.6 - 3.7: Magna Cum Laude honors
GPA 3.8 - 4.0: Summa Cum Laude honors
Contact Information
820 Chestnut Street, B4 Young Hall
Jefferson City, MO 65101
8:00AM - 5:00PM