Graduation and Convocation
Spring Convocation: June 3 – 10, 2026
Congratulations, you’ve nearly finished your degree! The information on this website will take you through the final steps required for you to apply to graduate, convocate and receive your parchment.
Graduation and Convocation
Graduation is the process of officially finishing your degree. Convocation refers to the ceremony associated with your awarded degree. You are required to apply to graduate through your Student Centre.
Important graduation dates and deadlines
Spring Convocation:
June 3-10, 2026
Honorary Degree and the Order of the University of Calgary
The Office of the Chancellor and Senate bestows two prestigious awards during convocation each term for people making an impact in our community and around the world.
Connector, leader, ambassador
The chancellor of the university is a prominent volunteer and advocate to advance the university’s vision. The university Senate is now seeking the next chancellor to inspire and share our story with the community.
Congratulations, Class of 2025!
Honouring changemakers at our fall convocation ceremonies
This diverse group of changemakers will receive either an Honorary Degree or the Order of the University of Calgary at the fall 2025 convocation ceremonies.
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attends final convocation of the University of Calgary in Qatar
120 graduates honoured as UCQ concludes two decades of transformative impact on Qatar’s health-care sector
Be a part of the celebration!
Calling UCalgary community members, students, faculty, staff and alumni: Help make fall convocation a memorable experience for new graduands and their families
Undergrad’s research sheds light on LGBTQ+ newcomers’ journey to Calgary
PURE Award opens door to meaningful studies by Social Work grad Thomas Tri