Graduation Services Fee
This page serves as an informational resource for students initiating the graduation process. It provides detailed guidance regarding the Graduation Services Fee, a mandatory, one-time charge applicable to both undergraduate and graduate students. Information includes the timing and method of billing, as well as the necessary procedural steps related to the application for graduation. Reviewing this content will support a timely and accurate completion of all graduation application requirements.
Undergraduate Students
- Graduation services fee: Beginning with the fall 2025 billing cycle, undergraduate students who have earned 90 units will be billed the one-time graduation services fee of $175. This adjustment aims to align the billing of the fee with academic progress and reduce last-minute financial stress.
- Notification process: Students will receive an email notification from the University Bursar’s Office when the graduation services fee is posted to their account, allowing ample time for payment before completing all graduation requirements.
- Graduation application submission: Payment of the graduation services fee does not replace the graduation application. Students must still submit their graduation application once they are eligible and during the application filing period. The graduation services fee will no longer be paid at the time of application submission.
Undergraduate Students - Frequently Asked Quesions (FAQ's)
Students will be billed the one-time graduation services fee once 90 units has been earned. The one-time fee will be applied to student accounts prior to the start of the fall and spring semesters. Payments are due by the tuition payment deadline and fees are no longer required at the time of graduation application submission.
Applications to graduate must be submitted after reaching 90 units and during the application filing period.
The new process begins with the fall 2025 billing cycle.
Students will receive an email notification to their SDSU email once the one-time graduation services fee is posted to their account.
No, the fee will be billed separately and does not need to be paid when submitting the application.
By billing the graduation services fee once students reach 90 units, it allows for better financial planning and avoids unexpected last-minute charges. Financial aid can be used to pay the graduation services fee.
This is a one-time fee and students will not be billed again, even if their undergraduate degree conferral is deferred to a future term.
If a student has not paid the graduation services fee and their degree has been conferred, a hold may be placed on their account. This hold will prevent the student from receiving their diploma.
No, students who already applied to graduate and paid the one-time graduation services fee of $100 or more will not be required to pay again for the same degree. * Please note - A second degree will be required to pay another graduation fee.
For graduation application questions, contact the Office of the Registrar.
For fee and payment questions, contact the University Bursar’s Office