Undergraduate Checklist

Before Commencement Checklist

• Apply to Graduate: Deadline for undergraduate registration is February 9th.  If you have questions about your application please contact asenverify@jhu.edu. Visit the Office of the Registrar’s website for more information.
• RSVP for Commencement: Let us know of your plans to participate in the universitywide ceremony by completing the online RSVP form.
  
• Order your Cap and Gown: Be sure to purchase a cap and gown to participate in this year’s ceremony. Order online at https://jhu.shopoakhalli.com. Bachelor’s regalia will be shipped to your home for a $15.95 shipping and handling fee. The deadline to order your bachelor’s cap and gown is Saturday, April 11, 2020.
• Attend Grad Fair to order your cap and gown, personalized announcements, and diploma frames. Grad Fair takes place on April 2 to 4 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Johns Hopkins Barnes and Noble at St. Paul and 33rd Streets.
  
• Have your Senior Portrait taken. GradImages® will be onsite taking portraits at the Grad Fair 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., April 2 to 4 at the Johns Hopkins Barnes and Noble. More information about portraits can be found here.
• Select a Diploma Frame at the Grad Fair, April 2 to 4. You can also order your diploma frame online at Johns Hopkins Alumni Association or Johns Hopkins Barnes and Noble.
• Donate to the Senior Class Gift Campaign.
• Be part of the JHU Ring Tradition: You may order online at Balfour or 1-800-225-3687. At representative will be available during the Grad Fair April 2 to 4 to place an order for the class ring.
• Sign up for Senior Week activities.
• Stay informed by following us on Instagram and Facebook and continue to visit the Commencement website for updates.
• Reserve Hotel Rooms: Make sure parents and other special guests have a place to stay. Visit our Hotel page for a list of hotels offering special rates to JHU grads and their guests.
• Return your library books and pay your parking tickets!

Day of Commencement Checklist

• Arrive On Time: Candidates must be inside the Royal Farms Arena by 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 21, to begin lining up.
• Keep Your Feet Happy: Wear comfortable footwear; you will be walking and standing for long periods of time.
• Leave These Things at Home: Backpacks, food and drink are not permitted in the arena. Bags and purses larger than 13 5/8” x 15 1/4” are also not permitted. All bags and purses could be searched upon entering the arena and all guests will pass through metal detectors upon entry.
• Don’t Forget to Eat: Make reservations at a restaurant near the arena.

Important Academic Contacts

• Arts and Sciences Academic Advising: 410-516-8216
  Check on completed credit hours for graduation (student inquiries only).
• Engineering Academic Advising: 410-516-7395
  Check on completed credit hours for graduation (student inquiries only).
• Registrar: 410-516-8080
  Order official transcript(s).
• Student Financial Services: 410-516-8028
  Set up an exit interview.
• Student Accounts: 410-516-8158
  Clear up past-due payments.
• Life Design Lab: 410-516-8056
  Have resume and cover letter checked.
• Johns Hopkins Barnes & Noble: 410-662-5850
  Order your caps, gowns, and announcements.