Note: This notification contains information for students planning to participate in the Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony.
Dear OWU Seniors: To participate in the Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony, students must have at least 32 units in progress or completed as of the Spring 2026 semester. While students must complete a minimum of 34 units and all other degree and GPA requirements to receive their degree from OWU, students with 32 units are permitted to participate in the Commencement Ceremony and may then finish the remaining units in the summer or fall.
Students who have fewer than 32 units are not permitted to participate in the Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony and will need to wait until the following spring. There are no exceptions to this policy.
If you intend to participate in the Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony:
- Review your Degree Audit to confirm you have at least 32 units in progress or completed as of Spring 2026. This number will show as “Credits Applied.” Consider adding additional units if needed.
- Discuss with your faculty advisor any steps you may need to take to reach the overall graduation requirements of at least 34 units and all other degree and GPA requirements.
- Submit your Graduation Application (if you have not already done so).
We wish you the best as you finish your degree requirements. If you have questions, please contact your academic advisor, the Director of Holistic Advising (academicadvising@owu.edu), or the Registrar (registrar@owu.edu).
OWU Sponsoring Offices: Office of the Registrar & Office of Holistic Advising
Contact: Lee Richards at registrar@owu.edu