Academic Calendar

The final copy of your essay, thesis, or dissertation must be uploaded and all required paperwork must be submitted to Joanne Pegher. December 2019 graduation. Term 2201.

The official date for the award of the degree for December 2019 graduation (term 2201).

Transcripts available for pickup from Registrar's Office (G3 Thackeray) with ID. December 2019 graduation. Term 2201.

Your document must be reviewed for format by April 17. Contact Joanne Pegher to schedule an appointment. April 2020 graduation (term 2204). 

Apply for April graduation (term 2204) with no fee. The final deadline to apply is March 31. Fees apply in a tiered structure between November 1 and March 31. 

The regular deadline to apply for April 2020 graduation (term 2204) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $15 fee until February 21. The final deadline to apply is March 31. 

Vendor begins mailing diplomas January 28 - February 23 for December 2019 graduation (term 2201). Will be notified via Pitt e-mail address when the diploma ships. Certificates are printed and mailed by Student Affairs Office approx. 6 - 8 weeks after graduation.

The regular deadline to apply for April 2020 graduation (term 2204) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $25 fee until March 20. The final deadline to apply is March 31. 

The regular deadline to apply for April 2020 graduation (term 2204) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $35 fee until March 31. The final deadline to apply is March 31.

Initial upload of your essay, thesis, or dissertation is due to the D-Scholarship system by Midnight of April 1. The file may be a draft. Notify Joanne Pegher of the status of the file. Format is PDF for thesis and dissertation, Word or PDF for essays. April 2020 graduation (term 2204). 

The final copy of your essay, thesis, or dissertation must be uploaded and all required paperwork must be submitted to Joanne Pegher. April 2020 graduation (term 2204). 

The University of Pittsburgh's annual Commecement ceremony for graduate students. Stay tuned for more details! Contact the Office of Special Events (University-level) for more information at 412-624-7100. 

The official date for the award of the degree for April 2020 graduation (term 2204). 

A cocktail reception and awards ceremony honoring standouts from the graduating class of 2019-20 in multiple award categories. Graduating students are invited regardless of whether they are selected for an award. Awardees will be notified by the school. 

Celebrate the academic achievement of our 2019-20 graduates as they become the newest cohort of Pitt Public Health alumni at our 70th Convocation. Family and friends are welcome! 

Transcripts available for pick up from Registrar's Office (G-3 Thackery) with ID. April 2020 graduation (term 2204). 

Vendor begins mailing diplomas June 15 - June 19 for April 2020 graduations (term 2204). Will be notified via Pitt e-mail address when the diploma ships. Certificates are printed and mailed by Student Affairs Office approx. 6 - 8 weeks after graduation. 

The regular deadline to apply for April 2017 graduation (term 2174) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $25 fee until March 17. The final deadline to apply is March 30. 

Learn how to format your thesis or dissertation using the University's Microsoft Word template. They'll also cover converting the finished Word document to PDF and submitting it for review. 

Knowledge of copyright is essential for scholarly work, beginning with your thesis or dissertation. To re-use figures and images in theses and dissertations, permissions must be obtained; however, these skills will give you a jump start for preparing for future work that builds on the work of others. In this workshop, learn the basics of copyright in academia: your rights as an author, re-use rights of the work of others, and what you need to know about copyright scholarship. 

Learn how to format your thesis or dissertation using the University's Microsoft Word template. They'll also cover converting the finished Word document to PDF and submitting it for review. 

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The regular deadline to apply for April 2017 graduation (term 2174) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $35 fee until March 30. This is the absolute final deadline to apply for graduation. If you miss this final deadline, you will not be able to graduate until the following term.

Initial upload of your essay, thesis, or dissertation is due to the D-Scholarship system. The file may be a draft. Notify Joanne Pegher of the status of the file. Format is PDF for thesis and dissertation, Word or PDF for essays. April 2017 graduation. Term 2174.

Learn how to format your thesis or dissertation using the University's Microsoft Word template. They'll also cover converting the finished Word document to PDF and submitting it for review. 

Knowledge of copyright is essential for scholarly work, beginning with your thesis or dissertation. To re-use figures and images in theses and dissertations, permissions must be obtained; however, these skills will give you a jump start for preparing for future work that builds on the work of others. In this workshop, learn the basics of copyright in academia: your rights as an author, re-use rights of the work of others, and what you need to know about copyright scholarship. 

Learn how to format your thesis or dissertation using the University's Microsoft Word template. They'll also cover converting the finished Word document to PDF and submitting it for review. 

11 a.m.-7 p.m. on April 11 and 12. 

Purchase your cap and gown and receive instructions for Pitt's commencement ceremony. You can get graduation announcements and diploma frames as well. If you're participating in Commencement on April 29, you should attend! Regalia is required to participate in the University's Commencement and Pitt Public Health's Convocation. 

Your document must be reviewed for format. Contact Joanne Pegher to schedule an appointment. April 2017 graduation. Term 2174.

The final copy of your essay, thesis, or dissertation must be uploaded and all required paperwork must be submitted to Joanne Pegher.  April 2017 graduation. Term 2174.

Official date for award of degree for April 2017 graduation (term 2174).

Knowledge of copyright is essential for scholarly work, beginning with your thesis or dissertation. To re-use figures and images in theses and dissertations, permissions must be obtained; however, these skills will give you a jump start for preparing the future work that builds on the work of others. In this workshop, learn the basics of copyright in academia: your rights as an author, re-use rights of the work of others, and what you need to know about copyright and scholarship. 

Add or drop classes for Summer 2017 (term 2177) term, first session, or second session between February 13 and May 19, 2017. The monitored withdrawal deadlines are July 7 (term), July 7 (12 WK), June 2 (6 WK1), and July 21 (6WK2). 

NOTE: To graduate in August, you may register for summer term, or for any summer session, including 6-week session 1. If you applied for June graduation and registered for 6-week session 1, you can apply for August graduation without further registration.

Transcripts available for pickup from Registrar's Office (G3 Thackeray) with ID. April 2017 graduates (term 2174).

The Registrar begins mailing diplomas and complimentary transcripts to April 2017 graduates (term 2174).

NOTE: To graduate in August, you may register for summer term, or for any summer session, including 6-week session 1. If you applied for June graduation and registered for 6-week session 1, you can apply for August graduation without further registration.

NOTE: To graduate in August, you may register for summer term, or for any summer session, including 6-week session 1. If you applied for June graduation and registered for 6-week session 1, you can apply for August graduation without further registration.

The University is closed for Labor Day. 

Submit your graduation application and prior degree form by September 13 to apply for December 2017 graduation (term 2181) with no fee. The final deadline to apply is November 21. 

The regular deadline to apply for December 2017 graduation (term 2181) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $15 fee until September 25. The final deadline to apply is November 21. 

The regular deadline to apply for December 2017 graduation (term 2181) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $25 fee until October 23. The final deadline to apply is November 21. 

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The regular deadline to apply for December 2017 graduation (term 2181) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $35 fee until November 21. This is the absolute final deadline to apply for graduation. If you miss this final deadline, you will not be able to graduate until the following term.

No classes Wednesday, November 22-Friday, November 24. The University is closed November 23-24. 

Initial upload of your essay, thesis, or dissertation is due to the D-scholarship system. The file may be a draft. Notify Joanne Pegher of the status of the file. Format is PDF for thesis and dissertation, Word or PDF for essays. 

December 2017 graduation. Term 2181. 

Your document must be reviewed for format. Contact Joanne Pegher to schedule an appointment. 

December 2017 graduation. Term 2181. 

Official date for award of degree for December 2017 graduation (term 2181). 

The final copy of your essay, thesis, or dissertation must be uploaded and all required paperwork must be submitted to Joanne Pegher. 

December 2017 Graduation. Term 2181. 

Winter recess for faculty and staff. University closed. 

Classes begin for Spring 2018. 

Apply for April 2018 graduation (term 2184) with no fee. The final deadline to apply is April 2. Fees apply in a tiered structure between January 19 and April 2.

Add or drop classes for spring 2018 (term 2184) term, first session, or second session between October 30 and January 19, 2018. The monitored withdrawal deadlines are March 14 (term), February 15 (first session), and April 12 (second session); January 25 (5 WK1), March 1 (5WK2), April 12 (5WK3).

Registration begins Monday, February 12 for summer term (2187), 12WK, 6WK1, and 6WK2 sessions. 

There are no enrollment appointments for summer classes. Register by May 7 (term), May 14 (12WK and 6WK1), or June 25 (6WK2).

Add or drop classes until May 18 (term), May 16 (6WK1), May 21 (12 WK), June 27 (6WK2). 

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The regular deadline to apply for April 2018 graduation (term 2184) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $15 fee until February 23. The final deadline to apply is April 2. 

The regular deadline to apply for April 2018 graduation (term 2181) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $25 fee until March 19. The final deadline to apply is April 2. 

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The regular deadline to apply for April 2018 graduation (term 2181) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $35 fee until April 2. This is the absolute final deadline to apply for graduation. If you miss this final deadline, you will not be able to graduate until the following term.

Initial upload of your essay, thesis, or dissertation is due to the D-Scholarship system. The file may be a draft. Notify Joanne Pegher of the status of the file. Format is PDF for thesis and dissertation, Word or PDF for essays. April 2018 graduation. Term 2184.

Your document must be reviewed for format. Contact Joanne Pegher to schedule an appointment. April 2018 graduation. Term 2184.

Apply for June 2018 graduation (term 2187) with no fee. The final deadline to apply is June 1. Fees apply in a tiered structure between April 19 and June 1. 

The final copy of your essay, thesis, or dissertation must be uploaded and all required paperwork must be submitted to Joanne Pegher.  April 2018 graduation. Term 2184.

Official date for award of degree for April 2018 graduation (term 2184).

The final registration deadline  for summer 2018 are the following: May 7 (term);  May 14 (12 W);  May 14 (6 WK1); June 25 (6 WK 2). 

Add or drop classes for Summer 2018 (term 2187) ends May 18 (term), May 21 (12 WK), May 16 (6 WK1), and June 27 (6 WK2).

The monitored withdrawal deadlines are July 6 (term), July 6 (12 WK), June 8 (6 WK1), and July 20 (6 WK2). 

NOTE: To graduate in August, you may register for summer term, or for any summer session, including 6-week session 1. If you applied for June graduation and registered for 6-week session 1, you can apply for August graduation without further registration.

NOTE: To graduate in August, you may register for summer term, or for any summer session, including 6-week session 1. If you applied for June graduation and registered for 6-week session 1, you can apply for August graduation without further registration.

NOTE: To graduate in August, you may register for summer term, or for any summer session, including 6-week session 1. If you applied for June graduation and registered for 6-week session 1, you can apply for August graduation without further registration.

Continuing students should register for Fall 2018 (term 2191) and all sessions by Wednesday July 11 to avoid a late fee. No registrations will be accepted after Monday, August 27.

Add or drop classes by Friday, September 7 (term); Wednesday, August 29 (lst session); Friday, September 7 (2nd session).

Add or drop classes deadlines for Fall 2018 (term 2191) as follows:

Friday Sept 7 (term); Wednesday Aug 29 (lst session); Friday Sept 7 (2nd session). 

Monitored withdrawal deadlines are Friday, October 26 (term); Thursday,  September 27 (1st session); and Friday, November 30 (2nd session).

Winter break for students, no classes. 

Classes begin for Spring 2019. 

This is the final registration date for spring 2019 term (2194) and all sessions. Continuing students must pay a late fee between December 9 and January 7. Add or drop classes until January 18.

Apply for April 2019 graduation (term 2194) with no fee. The final deadline to apply is April 1. Fees apply in a tiered structure between January 18 and April 1.

There are no classes and the University is closed in obvservance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. 

Monitored withdrawal deadlines for Spring 2019 (term 2194) are as follows:

Friday, March 8 (term 2194); Friday, February 1 (1st session); Friday, March 29 (2nd session); Friday, January 25 (5 WK 1); Friday, March 1 (5WK 2); Friday, April 12 (5 WK 3)

Diplomas are mailed by the vendor to graduates approximately six to eight weeks after the graduation date. Students will be notified via their Pitt e-mail address when the diploma ships. 

Registration begins Friday, February 8 for summer 2019 term (2197) for veteran students. Registration for all students opens Monday, February 11.

Registration begins Monday, February 11 for summer term (2197), 12WK, 6WK1, and 6WK2 sessions. 

There are no enrollment appointments for summer classes. 

Register by May 6 (term), May 13 (12WK and 6WK1), or June 24 (6WK2). Add or drop classes until May 17 (term), May 15 (6WK1), May 20 (12 WK), June 26 (6WK2). 

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The regular deadline to apply for April 2019 graduation (term 2194) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $15 fee until February 22. The final deadline to apply is April 1. 

Monitored withdrawal deadlines for Sprinig 2019 (term 2194) are as follows:

Friday, March 8 (term); Friday, March 29 (2nd session); Friday, March 1 (5WK2); Friday, April 12 (5 WK 3)

No classes this week. The University is closed on Friday, March 15. Have a safe and enjoyable spring recess!

The regular deadline to apply for April 2019 graduation (term 2194) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $25 fee until March 22. The final deadline to apply is April 1. 

The regular deadline to apply for April 2019 graduation (term 2194) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $35 fee until April 1. This is the absolute final deadline to apply for graduation. If you miss this final deadline, you will not be able to graduate until the following term.

Initial upload of your essay, thesis, or dissertation is due to the D-Scholarship system. The file may be a draft. Notify Joanne Pegher of the status of the file. Format is PDF for thesis and dissertation, Word or PDF for essays. April 2019 graduation. Term 2194.

Your document must be reviewed for format. Contact Joanne Pegher to schedule an appointment. April 2019 graduation. Term 2194.

Apply for June 2019 graduation (term 2197) with no fee. The final deadline to apply is May 31. Fees apply in a tiered structure between April 18 and May 31. 

The regular deadline to apply for June 2019 graduation (term 2197) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $15 fee until May 2. The final deadline to apply is May 31.  

The final copy of your essay, thesis, or dissertation must be uploaded and all required paperwork must be submitted to Joanne Pegher during the week of April 22. April 2019 graduation. Term 2194.

Your document must be reviewed for format before June 14. Contact Joanne Pegher to schedule an appointment starting early May. June 2019 graduation. Term 2197.

The regular deadline to apply for June 2019 graduation (term 2197) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $25 fee until May 9. The final deadline to apply is May 31. 

The final registration deadline for Summer 2019 (term 2197) are the following: May 6 (term); May 13 (12 WK); May 13 (6 WK 1); June 24 (6 WK 2).


Add or drop classes deadlines: May 17 (term); May 20 (12 WK); May 15 (6 WK 1); June 26 (6 WK 2).

The regular deadline to apply for June 2019 graduation (term 2197) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $35 fee until May 31. The final deadline to apply is May 31. 

Add/Drop period for Summer 2019 (2197).

Friday, May 17 (term); Monday, May 20 (12 WK); Wednesday, May 15 (6WK 1); Wednesday, June 26 (6 WK 2).

Apply for August 2019 graduation (term 2197) with no fee.  The final deadline to apply is July 22. Fees apply in a tiered structure between May 23 and July 22.

University Closed

Transcripts available at Registrar's office G-3 Thackeray with valid ID. (April 2019 graduates, term 2194).

Initial upload of your essay, thesis, or dissertation is due to the D-Scholarship system. The file may be a draft. Notify Joanne Pegher of the status of the file. Format is PDF for thesis and dissertation, Word or PDF for essays. June 2019 graduation. Term 2197.

Monitored withdrawal deadlines for Summer 2019 (2197 term). July 5 (term), July 5 (12 WK); June 7 (6 WK 1), July 20 (6 WK 2).

Your document must be reviewed for format before June 14. Contact Joanne Pegher to schedule an appointment starting early May. June 2019 graduation. Term 2197.

The final copy of your essay, thesis, or dissertation must be uploaded and all required paperwork must be submitted to Joanne Pegher.  June 2019 graduation. Term 2197.

The regular deadline to apply for August 2019 graduation (term 2197) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $15 fee until June 19. The final deadline to apply is July 22

NOTE: To graduate in August, you may register for summer term, or for any summer session, including 6-week session 1. If you applied for June graduation and registered for 6-week session 1, you can apply for August graduation without further registration.

Official date for award of degree for June 2019 graduation (term 2197). 

Vendor begins mailing diplomas June 24 thru June 28 (April 2019 graduates / term 2194). Will be notified via Pitt e-mail address when the diploma ships.  Certificates are printed and mailed by Student Affairs Office approx. 6 to 8 weeks after graduation.

Deadline to withdrawal from Summer 2019 (term 2197). July 5 (term); July 5 (12 WK); June 7 (6 WK 1); July 19 (6 WK 2).
 

The regular deadline to apply for August 2019 graduation (term 2197) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $25 fee until July 8. The final deadline to apply is July 22. 

NOTE: To graduate in August, you may register for summer term, or for any summer session, including 6-week session 1. If you applied for June graduation and registered for 6-week session 1, you can apply for August graduation without further registration.

Transcripts available from Registrar's office G-3 Thackeray with valid ID, June 2019 graduates (term 2197).




 

The regular deadline to apply for August 2019 graduation (term 2197) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $35 fee until July 22. The final deadline to apply is July 22. 

NOTE: To graduate in August, you may register for summer term, or for any summer session, including 6-week session 1. If you applied for June graduation and registered for 6-week session 1, you can apply for August graduation without further registration.

Initial upload of your essay, thesis, or dissertation is due to the D-Scholarship system. The file may be a draft. Notify Joanne Pegher of the status of the file. Format is PDF for thesis and dissertation, Word or PDF for essays. August 2019 graduation. Term 2197.

Vendor begins mailing diplomas July 24 thru July 31 for June 2019 graduates (term 2197).  Will be notified via Pitt e-mail address when the diploma ships.  Certificates are printed and mailed by Student Affairs office approx. 6 to 8 weeks after graduation.

Your document must be reviewed for format before August 2. Contact Joanne Pegher to schedule an appointment. August 2019 graduation. Term 2197.

The final copy of your essay, thesis, or dissertation must be uploaded and all required paperwork must be submitted to Joanne Pegher.  August 2019 graduation. Term 2197.

The official date for the award of the degree for August 2019 graduation (term 2197).

Transcripts available for pickup from Registrar's Office (G3 Thackeray) with ID. August 2019 graduates (term 2197).
 

Add or drop classes deadlines for Fall 2019 (term 2201) as follows:

Friday Sept 6 (term); Wednesday Aug 28 (lst session); Friday Sept 6 (2nd session). 

Monitored withdrawal deadlines are Friday, October 25 (term); Thursday,  September 26 (1st session); and Wednesday, November 20 (2nd session).

Apply for December graduation (term 2201) with no fee. The final deadline to apply is November 20. Fees apply in a tiered structure between August 12 and November 22.

Vendor begins mailing diplomas September 23 thru September 27 for August 2019 graduates (term 2197). Will be notified via Pitt e-mail address when the diploma ships.  Certificates are printed and mailed by Student Affairs Office approx. 6 to 8 weeks after graduation.

The regular deadline to apply for December 2019 graduation (term 2201) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $15 fee until September 27. The final deadline to apply is November 22.

The regular deadline to apply for December 2019 graduation (term 2201) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $25 fee until October 25. The final deadline to apply is November 22.

Mary Derkach will give an introduction on graduation requirements, ETD Support will demonstrate use of templates, and Joanne Pegher will go over checklists and answer any questions. 

Initial upload of your essay, thesis, or dissertation is due to the D-Scholarship system by midnight of November 1. The file may be a draft. Notify Joanne Pegher of the status of the file. Format is PDF for thesis and dissertation. Word or PDF for essays. December 2019 graduation. Term 2201.

The regular deadline to apply for December 2019 graduation (term 2201) has passed. Applications are still being accepted with a $35 fee until November 22. The final deadline to apply is November 22.

Your document must be reviewed for format by December 6. Contact Joanne Pegher to schedule an appointment. December 2019 graduation. Term 2201.