Graduation is an important occasion. It is the culmination of all your hard work during your time at Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) Vancouver. If you are a student about to graduate, we want to congratulate you on your achievements. 

FDU recognizes its graduates at Commencement Ceremonies that are held once a year at its campuses in New Jersey and Vancouver.  This is a special occasion for you to celebrate with your friends and family. Students graduating from the Vancouver campus are invited to participate in both ceremonies.  

Eligibility and Declaration 

Students who are near completion of their degree requirements must declare for graduation under “Graduation Overview” in Self-Service one term prior to their last term of studies. All students should review their program requirements and check sheets with their academic advisor to ensure they have met their degree requirements. 

Eligibility for 2026 Commencement Ceremony 

FDU – Vancouver students are eligible to participate in the Commencement Ceremony if they: 

  • Will be graduating in Summer 2025 and did not attend the Commencement Ceremony on May 7, 2025. 
  • Will be graduating in Fall 2025 
  • Will be graduating in Winter 2026 
  • Have 9 or less credits to graduate in Summer 2026 and have planned/registered for those courses. 

Graduation Documents 

Graduation letters and official transcripts will be distributed by email approximately 3 working weeks after the program completion date (excluding campus closures and holidays). 

Degrees and diplomas will be ready approximately 8 working weeks from the program completion date (excluding campus closures and holidays). Unless stated otherwise by the graduating student, all degrees and diplomas will be ready for collection at the Office of Enrollment Services. 

If you have any questions about your graduation, feel free to contact the Office of Enrollment Services at vancouver-graduation@fdu.edu.