Earning a diploma from Franklin University is a significant achievement. While earning their degrees, most Franklin students manage many responsibilities - full-time work, busy family life, community commitments - all while enriching their minds and expanding their career options through their studies.
To honor the graduates' academic success by the awarding of diplomas, the University conducts commencement ceremonies three times a year. A joyful occasion, the commencement draws family and friends from all across the country and around the world to celebrate with the graduates. To make plans far enough in advance, the below information will answer questions for those who will take part in or attend a ceremony.
Every Franklin student must complete a graduation application to receive a diploma, even if you do not plan to participate in the commencement ceremony. The graduation application can be found through Self Service in your my. Graduation applications for the Spring term are due by January 20, A late application fee will apply after this date. Students with Deferred Tuition: If you are on the Deferred Tuition Payment Plan, any outstanding tuition balance is due in advance of the normal deferred payment date.
There is no extension allowed as in other trimesters. Preliminary Degree Audit: Upon review of your graduation application, you will receive an email from your academic advisor confirming the status of completion of your degree requirements.
Please check back for exact pick- up details. Regalia not picked up by Wednesday, May 28 will be available on the day of the ceremony at the Columbus Convention Center prior to the ceremony. If you plan to attend commencement, you may request to have your regalia mailed to you. Please e-mail the Registrar's Office at registrar franklin. Spring Commencement: If you have earned credit from another college or university but have not yet submitted an official transcript, it must be received no later than May 23, in order to receive your diploma at the ceremony.
