ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA revised in late March 2026

IMPORTANT: Criteria are reviewed periodically to ensure consistency with existing degree conferral policies and are therefore subject to change. For questions, please contact your Academic Advisor or the Registrar.

Who can participate in the next FNU commencement ceremony on September 19, 2026? 

  • Graduates whose degree was conferred on 9.27.25 or later. 

  • Current MSN or PGC students who will be completing final courses – MH/NM/FNP/WH 716 (or 753) and/or MH/NM/FNP/WH 717 – by the end of Fall 2026 (Dec 18, 2026) 

  • Current DNP students who will be completing DNP 853 by the end of Fall 2026 (Dec 18, 2026) 

In late July 2026, eligible participants will receive instructions for the ceremony RSVP. Watch your FNU email inbox for updates.

*** TIP: Plan Ahead! Regalia (cap-gown-hood) must be worn during the ceremony by all graduate participants. Please visit this page for ordering timeline and details ***