Seniors

Graduation: To participate in commencement, a student must file an Application for Graduation with the Registrar's office, and be a graduate of fall or winter terms prior to the spring ceremony or be anticipating graduation that spring or summer terms. You may pick up an Application for Graduation at the Registrar’s office (Kerr) or the advising office (Milam 116)

To Do's!

• An audit is a review of your academic program. Once a review has been completed, a notification email will be sent via the listserv announcing availability of pick up. Audits may be picked up each of your last three terms during the 6th week in Milam 116. They will tell you exactly what requirements still remain for graduation.
• Ensure that you have completed 180 credits, 60 of which must be upper division, as these are university requirements.
• In April you will receive a mailing regarding purchase of your cap and gown at the OSU Bookstore.
• Take exams in preparation for licensure or graduate programs.
• Check out the Career Services facilities and opportunities to update your resume, polish interview techniques, and access resources.

Juniors

To Do's!

• Check out the Career Center facilities and opportunities to update your resume, polish interview techniques, and access resources.
• Check with your advisor regarding preparation for department internships.
• Investigate graduate or licensure programs.
• Meet with your advisor to make sure you are on track for graduation.

Sophomores

To Do's!

• Get involved in professional opportunities. Meet faculty in your department and visit your advisor regularly.
• Make sure you know GPA requirements for internships and professional opportunities.
• Learn to navigate the HHS College and Department website.

Freshman

• Obtain an official transcript of all transfer credits from previous school, and submit to the Registrar’s office.
• Complete introductory required courses for major.
• Get involved. Join a club or volunteer in your community. Check out opportunities with National Student Exchange, Study Abroad, Global Graduates and International Degree program.
• Sign up for your Department ListServ.
• Investigate scholarship opportunities.
• Read and be familiar with the university rules and regulations. Also found in the General Catalog and Schedule of Classes.
• Be familiar with the number of S/U (alternative grading) credits you have completed. Know the regulations, as well as the dates of which you are requesting.
• Know when your priority registration date is. Do not assume that a seat will be held for you. There are many students competing for limited seats.