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Diploma: General Information & Mailing Timelines

The Spring 2025 degree clearance process will conclude on a date June 6, 2025. Diplomas are 8.5x11 in size and do not display the major in which a student completed their degree in. Diplomas only display a student's degree type (i.e. Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, etc.) and will be mailed to the degree address listed on your graduation application on June 27, 2025. Diplomas for all spring graduates will be shipped no later than this date.
The Summer 2025 degree clearance process will conclude on a date TBD.. Diplomas are 8.5x11 in size and do not display the major in which a student completed their degree in. Diplomas only display a student's degree type (i.e. Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, etc.) and will be mailed to the degree address listed on your graduation application on a date TBD. Diplomas for all summer graduates will be shipped no later than this date.
The Fall 2024 degree clearance process will conclude on January 31, 2025. Diplomas are 8.5x11 in size and do not display the major in which a student completed their degree in. Diplomas only display a student's degree type (i.e. Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, etc.) and will be mailed to the degree address listed on your graduation application on Monday, February 17, 2025. Diplomas for all fall graduates will be shipped no later than this date.

How can I verify my degree before diplomas are mailed out?

Complete a  to prove degree earned for potential employer or another academic institution.

How do I change my name on my diploma? 

The name that appears on the diploma is the official name the University currently has on file. Any attempt to change your name requires legal documentation and completion of the Official Name Change Form.

How do I change where my diploma will be mailed to?

To update your diploma mailing address, please log onto your and click Campus Experience > Academics > Change Graduation Information where you'll submit the new diploma mailing address online.

 

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118 College Drive, #5006
Hattiesburg, MS 39406

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Phone
601.266.5006

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