Dissertation Research Librarian
Summer Closure
ATTENTION: The Dissertation Office will be closed July 4-18, 2025. Please plan accordingly if you intend to deposit during the summer break. If you require special accommodation to deposit during this closure, please contact deposit@gc.cuny.edu prior to June 30 to make arrangements.
Any materials submitted online during the closure will be processed on July 21 when the office reopens.
Any materials submitted online during the closure will be processed on July 21 when the office reopens.
Graduation Dates and Deadlines
There are three degrees conferred each academic year. Deadlines are listed in the academic calendar and reproduced below. Students should check with their programs about deadlines that may be required in addition to the library deadlines below.
2025-26 Academic Year Degree Dates and Deadlines
| Degree Date | September 30, 2025 | February 1, 2026 | May/June 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Last semester enrolled |
Spring 2025 | Fall 2025 | Spring 2026 |
| Last day to submit intent You must apply for graduation in CUNYFirst. |
September 2, 2025 | mid-Jan (exact date TBD) |
mid-Apr (exact date TBD) |
|
Last day to deposit |
September 15, 2025 | late-Jan (exact date TBD) |
late-Apr (exact date TBD) |
| Commencement ceremony There is one ceremony in Spring for all three degree dates in an academic year. |
May/June 2026 | May/June 2026 | May/June 2026 |