Prior to graduation, candidates must meet all financial obligations to Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota including the graduation fee. The Registrar’s Office will hold transcripts and diplomas for students with outstanding balances; holds will remain until all financial obligations are met.

Candidates must complete all academic requirements prior to program graduation deadlines.

Twin Cities Campus

Winona Campus

Programs within the Schools of Graduate and Professional Programs that are based on the Winona campus commence in Winona and follow program specific policies for participation in the May commencement ceremony. Student eligibility is determined by the specific program director, in accordance with program specific policies.

Twin Cities Campus

Commencement exercises are held three times a year for students whose programs are administered by the Twin Cities campus. Students must have completed all requirements for graduation to participate in Commencement exercises. Students are eligible to participate in the next Commencement ceremony following their actual degree completion. Students may not participate in Commencement before they have completed their degree requirements. Students may delay attendance at Commencement.

Winona Campus

Programs administered by the Winona campus commence in Winona and follow program-specific procedures.