Wait for Degree Processing
Beginning in the semester or term that you complete all degree requirements, a processing
timeline goes through three phases: degree conferral, degree posting, and diploma
delivery.
Degree Conferral
Degree ConferralThis is the date recorded on your transcript that signifies when your degree is officially recognized.
All of your degree requirements must be met by this date in order for your degree to be conferred.
Degree Posting
This is the date by which your degree is posted, 30-44 days after the date of degree conferral.
Your degree must be posted in order for details to appear on your transcript. Prior to ordering a transcript, we recommend that you wait until you get official confirmation of your degree conferral to your Cal Lutheran email address.
Diploma Delivery
Diploma DeliveryThis is the date by which you receive your diploma, an estimated timeframe based on degree posting date.
Outstanding fees and nonpayment can cause delays. For more information, please see Transcripts & Diplomas.
2024-25 Degree Processing Timeline
Degrees can be conferred and posted at five points during the year.
| Term of Degree Completion | Degree Conferral | Degree Posting | Diploma Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Term & Term 3 |
March 14, 2025 |
by April 27, 2025 |
by mid-to-late May |
|
Term 4 |
May 16, 2025 |
by June 29, 2025 |
by mid-to-late August |
|
Term 5 |
August 9, 2024 |
by September 22, 2024 |
by mid-to-late October |
|
Term 1 |
November 8, 2024 |
by December 22, 2024 |
by mid-to-late January |
|
Term 2 |
December 20, 2024 |
by January 19, 2025 |
by end of February |