National Louis University awards degrees at the end of each academic term, with transcripts and diplomas reflecting one specific date per quarter. In order to be awarded a degree, you must submit a Diploma and Degree Finalization Request by the appropriate deadline (see below). Note: If you do not complete your degree requirements by the date for which you have applied, you may submit another Degree and Diploma Finalization Request to change the degree date.
Degree and Diploma Application
If you are a student preparing to complete your degree, submit: Diploma and Degree Finalization Request When you are prompted for a login, please enter your portal username and password. Below are the deadlines
Degree and Diploma Finalization Application Deadlines
Expected Completion | Application Due | Degree Date |
Winter 2021 | Monday, February 15, 2021 |
Thursday, April 15, 2021 |
Spring 2021 | Thursday, April 15, 2021 |
Wednesday, June 30, 2021 |
Summer 2021 |
Thursday, April 15, 2021 (if participating in commencement) Saturday, July 31, 2021 (if NOT participating in commencement) |
Wednesday, September 15, 2021 |
Fall 2021 |
Monday, November 15, 2021 |
Friday, December 31, 2021 |
Important Degree Information
Degrees will be posted two-to-three weeks after the degree award date.
Please check your unofficial transcript in the Student Services tab of the NLU Student Portal to verify that your degree is awarded before you order official transcripts.
Diploma Questions
Diplomas will be mailed approximately six weeks after the degree date.
Diplomas and transcripts will not be issued unless all financial obligations have been met. If you had a financial hold on your account and have resolved it, please email: records@nl.edu so your diploma can be released to you.
Completion Statement
If you are a student who has already submitted a Diploma and Degree Finalization Request, but need official proof of degree completion before the degree date, request a completion statement
Questions on Degree or Diploma? Email: records@nl.edu
Learn more about commencement. You may register for a regional commencement ceremony as part of the online at the top Diploma and Degree Finalization Request process and may only participate in commencement ceremonies if you are completing your degree.
Alumni Diploma Reorder
If you have previously received a degree from NLU but need a replacement diploma, submit: Diploma Reorder Form