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Commencement '22 at Orchestra Hall.

Graduation and Commencement

Your Future Awaits

Congratulations on your academic achievements at Normandale! Moving on to the next phase of your life is an exciting part of graduating.

Graduation is the formal completion of all degree requirements. Your official transcript will state that you’ve completed your program or certificate by meeting all the requirements.

Commencement is a celebration held each May to honor our graduates. Participating in commencement is optional. You must sign up to be recognized during the ceremony.

Students at 2022 Commencement.

Graduation Requirements

Are you on track to graduate? See eligibility and completion requirements as well as deadlines to apply.

Students at 2022 Commencement.

Apply to Graduate

Ready to apply for graduation? Fill out the application form.

A student smiles in her cap and gown.

Participate in the Ceremony

Planning to join the ceremony? Learn about requirements, honors and how to reserve your cap and gown.

1,209

Associate degrees awarded in 2021

171

Certificates awarded in 2021

You've Graduated! What's Next?

See six ways to engage with Normandale after you’ve earned your diploma.

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