Once you apply for graduation, make sure you pay special attention to any emails that come from graduation@wcu.edu. Status updates, reminders, and ceremony and line-up information will be sent to your Catamount email from this address.

All students - regardless of level, program, or campus - are responsible for checking their Catamount email.

If you are having problems with your Catamount email, try checking or deactivating your clutter feature first, then contact the IT HelpDesk at 828.227.7487.
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How to Apply for Graduation

Fall 2026 Commencement Schedule

All Doctoral, Graduate, Honors and Undergraduate Degree Candidates from the Colleges of:

  • Arts and Sciences
  • Education and Allied Professions
  • Fine and Performing Arts

Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026
Ceremony Start Time: 10 a.m.
Line-Up for Degree Candidates: 9 a.m.
Doors Open for Guest Seating: 8 a.m.
Location:
Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center
92 Catamount Road
Cullowhee, NC 28723

All Doctoral, Graduate, Honors and Undergraduate Degree Candidates from the Colleges of:

  • Business
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Health and Human Sciences

Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026
Ceremony Start Time: 3 p.m.
Line-Up for Degree Candidates: 2 p.m.
Doors Open for Guest Seating: 1 p.m.
Location:
Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center
92 Catamount Road
Cullowhee, NC 28723