IS Major Graduation Celebration Information
Save the Date: Spring 2027
2027 International Studies Major Graduation
Thursday, May 6, 2027
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Dejope Residence Hall, Lake Mendota Room
General Graduation Information
Congratulations as you finish your undergraduate career and transition to graduate school or your next career step! This page has several helpful resources to assist you. Please contact an advisor if you have any questions on remaining degree requirements.
Useful Websites:
Apply to Graduate– This page describes the process by which UW–Madison students must apply to graduate.
Diplomas– This page provides information about when and where you will receive your diploma.
Commencement– This page provides general commencement information for UW–Madison.
L&S Commencement Information– This page provides commencement information specific to the College of Letters and Science.
University Bookstore– This page will link you to the UW–Madison University Bookstore that provides purchase and rental information for commencement cap and gowns. Please note the deadlines for purchasing and renting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Graduation is the fulfillment of all your degree requirements as indicated by your transcripts and commencement is the party we all have in your honor.
No, you do not need to attend commencement to graduate. You will graduate when your degree requirements are complete.
You can attend commencement before you graduate (for example, you might attend commencement in May but take 1 or 2 summer classes to complete your degree requirements and graduate in August).
Please see the information about graduation requirements here.
Please see the demo and information provided by the Office of the Registrar.
Yes, the IS Major hosts a celebration for all IS Major students (Fall, Summer, and Winter graduates) the week before Spring Commencement. Further information will be provided to students in the Spring Semester.
We strongly encourage you to RSVP so that the IS Major can plan venue space accordingly. An online RSVP is sent out in spring semester.
Yes, parents are welcome but we ask that their student RSVP reflect the number of guests they plan to bring. RSVP information will be sent out in the spring semester.
You should request a Degree Verification Letter from the Office of the Registrar.