Graduating Students
Congratulations and welcome to the Graduating Students Parents Guide! This section is for parents of students who will be graduating from Georgetown this next year. Check back early spring semester to see details for 2009 graduates.
In this section you will find information relating to:
Senior Parents' Events
There are a number of events for parents of graduating seniors. Visit the following links to learn more***:
***The information provided is representative of events that will occur for the 2009 graduation. Information will be updated as it becomes available.
Graduation
The Commencement Information Website contains up-to-date information about graduation. Visit the following links to learn more:***
- College and School Commencement Information
- Graduation Directions for Undergraduate Students (.pdf)
- Graduation Directions for Graduate Students (.pdf)
- Travel and Parking Tips
- Getting to Georgetown
- On-Campus Commencement Housing
- Visitor Housing and Lodging
- Commencement Videos
- Senior Class Committee
***The information provided is representative of events that will occur for the 2009 graduation. Information will be updated as it becomes available.
Transitioning from Georgetown
The Office of Student Housing (Housing Office) is responsible for providing a comfortable, safe, and stable environment within which students can confront the challenges of personal and intellectual development. The Housing Office is responsible for housing assignments, housing charges, and administration of the Housing Occupancy Agreement. Visit the following links to learn more:
- Graduating student inspection and deposit return (.pdf)
- Georgetown Residences
- Housing Forms and Documents
Financial Aid
The Office of Student Financial Services works to make it financially possible for every qualified student to graduate from Georgetown University. Student Financial Services has a variety of information including:
- Final bill payment
- Repaying student loans
- International Student Information
- Student and Parent Loans
Academics
Georgetown University is comprised of four undergraduate schools, three graduate and professional schools, professional development programs and certificates, medical residencies and other programs predicated on the liberal arts tradition at the heart of the institution. Each school holds separate graduation activities and ceremonies. To find out more, visit your student's degree granting academic department.
- Receiving your diploma happens on the day of graduation. When students cross the stage, they are handed a blank diploma. Each school arranges for a "real" diploma pick up directly after the graduation ceremonies.
Use the links at left for more detailed information on the various opportunities and services available to your student at Georgetown.
