Instructions for Filing an Intent to Graduate Form
- Obtain a graduation packet, which includes the Intent to Graduate Form, from the Cashier's Office on any campus (hours vary) and pay the $25 graduation fee. NOTE: The $25 graduation fee remains valid for one (1) year from the date the Intent to Graduate form is submitted.
- Complete the personal data section at the top of the form.
- Career/Technical (AAS degree) students need to visit the Placement Office (GN105) at the Pellissippi campus or call (694-6559) to set up an appointment to complete a placement file and have the Intent to Graduate Form date stamped.
- University Parallel (AA/AS degree) students need to verify that all transfer credit has been accounted for by reviewing transcript on myPellissippi or with advisor.
- Make appointment with your advisor to discuss requirements and review form prior to the last day of early registration. It is each student's responsibility to check his/her status, update contact information, and to resolve any graduation deficiencies.
- The next semester you may verify with the Admissions and Records Office (694-6561) that your Intent to Graduate Form was received. If you have outstanding obligations to the College or other problems that would prevent your graduation, the Admissions and Records Office will notify you. NOTE: Students jeopardize their graduation status by changing their final semester course schedule. Consult with your advisor about any changes.
- Register for the state-required general education exit test (CBASE) through myPellissippi or by submitting a registration form to the Admissions and Records Office. Dates, times, and section numbers are provided in this packet. EXCEPTION: You may be exempt from taking the CBASE exit exam if a prior degree has been earned or if English is your second language. Call the Testing Center Office (694-6454) if you have questions.
- Student Loan Recipients (Federal Stafford Loans) must complete an exit loan counseling session. To schedule a session, call the Financial Aid Office, 694-6565 (Pellissippi campus), 981-5335 (Blount County Center), 971-5250 (Division Street), or 329-3100 (Magnolia Avenue).
Updated March 17, 2010