Commencement

FAQs

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  How can my family watch my ceremony?

  Graduates will be emailed a live stream link in November to share with family and friends. You can also find it in the ceremony listing section on this page.

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  Where do I order regalia?

  Your cap and gown request are processed when you apply for graduation and is ordered based on your height and weight that is noted on the Graduation Application. Graduates keep their cap, gown and hood, so there is no need to return them after the commencement ceremony. The deadline to order regalia is OCTOBER 22.

  Your cap, gown and hood (if applicable) will be shipped to the address you provided on the graduation application.

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  What do I need to do to prepare for graduation?

  Graduates will receive an email when our virtual graduation fair opens. The graduation fair helps students complete all necessary preparations for participating in Commencement, such as verifying diploma information, name pronunciation, graduation announcements and class rings.

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  When will I receive my diploma?

  Diplomas and two commencement programs will be shipped to graduates in January listing the names of students that completed their degree requirements in August or December.

  The deadline to order regalia is October 22, and it will be shipped to graduates. Students earning a certificate will not dress in regalia for their certificate ceremony and do not receive a diploma cover or programs.

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  I have questions about my diploma and/or transcripts. Who do I contact?

  Please contact the Solution Squad at 314-529-9360 or ssc@maryville.edu. Questions related to graduation activities can be emailed to graduation@maryville.edu.

  Please note when you graduate, you can choose to receive a digital version of your diploma in addition to the physical version at no extra cost. You must opt-in and take action to receive a digital diploma by downloading the Blockcerts Wallet mobile app. You can find more information and download instructions here.

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  Are there accommodations for those travelling from out of town?

  Maryville guests can receive a special group rate ($115-125 per night) when reserving a hotel room at the Marriott St. Louis West.

  The special group rate applies from Thursday, December 2, 2021 through Monday, December 13, 2021. Book your room by Friday, November 26, to receive the special group rate.