Diplomas

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

GRADUATION FAQs

Q: How do I know if I am on track to graduate by the next semester?
A: Review your degree audit online at http://myfit.fitnyc.edu. If you have questions come to C158 for advisement.

Q: What does “Expected Graduation Date” mean on the graduation application form?
A: The term you finish your last course or requirement for the degree. Graduation review takes place at the end of each term (in December, January, May and July). If your expected graduation date changes, you must notify the Registrar.

Q: What happens if I don’t finish my last class or requirement by the date I indicate on the form?
A: You will be notified by the Registrar’s Office at the end of the term that you are not eligible for graduation. The application and graduation fee are valid for four (4) consecutive graduation dates. For example, if you apply for December 2009, your fee is good for December 2009, January 2010, May 2010 and July 2010 graduation only.

Q: Can I graduate if I am within six (6) credits of finishing my degree?
A: No! However you can attend the ceremony in May if you are within six (6) credits of finishing because candidates for July graduation are included in the commencement ceremony held once a year in May.

Q: My goal is to earn a BFA or BS degree. Why do I need to file a graduation application for my AAS degree?
A: An earned AAS degree is a graduation requirement for a BFA or BS degree at FIT.

Q: Can I start a bachelor’s program if I am within six (6) credits of finishing my AAS degree?
A: Please see the admissions office in room C139 for information about admission to another degree at FIT.

Q: What happens if I don’t apply for graduation?
A: An application for graduation is required for each degree program, e.g. AAS and BFA or BS. The application for graduation must be filed before graduation will be confirmed and a diploma is mailed to you.

Q: Why do I have to pay a graduation fee? What if I don’t want to attend the commencement ceremony?
A: The $30.00 is a mandatory fee for graduation processing, including graduation review and diploma production.

FORMER STUDENTS

Previously matriculated students who did not graduate and who are no longer enrolled, may request a graduation eligibility review. (Please see Request for Re-Evaluation form.) Written information will be provided to the student on his/her status toward meeting degree requirements. If the student wishes to enroll at FIT to complete the degree requirements, an application for re-admission must be filed with the Admissions Office and an admission decision must be rendered. Students who plan to complete the required courses at another institution, should submit the permission to transfer credit form.

All major/related required courses are valid toward the degree for up to ten years from the point of admission.  After ten years, those major courses previously completed must be approved to fulfill current degree requirements by the chairperson of the major department. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the department chairperson for a review of coursework and to obtain written permission for all courses approved to meet current degree requirements. A copy of the written permission must be submitted to the Registrar’s Office before any further graduation review will take place.