Diploma reprint and duplicate diploma orders are now placed in the Parchment Learner Account. The diploma reprint form and payment will no longer be accepted at the Office of the Registrar if received after August 30, 2024. For assistance, contact graduation@radford.edu or 540-831-5271.
Winter commencement is held in Preston Auditorium.
Spring commencement is held on Moffett Quad.
In the event of inclement weather please consult the university homepage for announcements of alternate locations.
Winter commencement tickets are required as the ceremony is held at Preston Auditorium
and seating is limited.
Spring commencement tickets are only required in the event of inclement weather.
If you need additional tickets you can:
Final graduation clearance processes begin immediately after final grades are issued and can take several weeks. Students may expect to see their degree or certificate reflected on their Radford University transcript within 6 weeks of the end of semester. Learn more about pre-ordering your transcript reflecting awarded degree.
Diplomas are shipped via USPS approximately 6-8 weeks after your commencement date so it’s critical to make sure your diploma mailing address is up to date. Learn about changing your diploma mailing address.
Starting in spring 2024 graduates receive a digital diploma and printed diploma. Links to digital diplomas are sent via text and Radford University email. Printed diplomas are mailed directly to students from our diploma printing partner, Parchment, via USPS.
Diplomas will arrive 6-8 weeks after your commencement date so make sure to provide the correct diploma mailing address. If you need to update your diploma mailing address, follow the instructions below:
Login or create your Parchment Learner Account to order a duplicate or replacement diploma. Reprinted diplomas will bear the signatures of the current administration. Duplicate or reprint diploma expedited shipping options and costs are outlined for students in the storefront. Watch this quick video with step-by-step-ordering instructions.
Students may report a damaged diploma in their Parchment Learner Account to receive a replacement.
This option is for students who are required to obtain a notarized diploma. Login or create your Parchment Learner Account to a notarized diploma. Please note that processing time will be longer for notarized copies. Reprinted diplomas will bear the signatures of the current administration. Expedited shipping options and costs are outlined for students in the storefront. Watch this quick video with step-by-step-ordering instructions.
Contact registrar@radford.edu if you have additional questions.