Digital diplomas

• McMaster graduates have the option of receiving a digital version of their diploma.
• The diploma is anchored in the bitcoin blockchain.
• You will receive an email to opt-in to this initiative.
• Please make digital.diplomas@mcmaster.ca a safe sender.
• Want to know more about digital diplomas? Visit our dedicated digital diploma information page.

Parchment (printed diplomas)

• Diplomas will be couriered in June-July 2021 to graduates who complete the graduation tile in Mosaic by the May 31 deadline.
• If you miss the graduation tile deadline, complete the Diploma Request form and submit the Service Request in Mosaic to have the parchment couriered to you.
• Diplomas are available for delivery up to one year following your convocation ceremony.
• After the year, there is a fee to request a replacement diploma.
• Diplomas are couriered free of charge for two months following the last convocation ceremony. Fees apply after the two month period.

Early conferral details

• Policies and procedures on how early conferrals work.

Forms

Potential graduates will find a Graduation Tile in their Mosaic Home at the beginning of the graduation period. The deadline to complete this tile was May 31. If you missed this deadline, please complete a Service Request in Mosaic.

Can’t find your graduation tile? Please reach out to your faculty to confirm your eligibility.

The forms in the tile will offer the following:

• Name & address details: This form is for all graduating students (including undergraduate, graduate and medical graduates). This form will verify the name to be displayed on your diploma and the address to which your diploma will be mailed. Accurate information is important. Please make sure you are only submitting one form.
• The form lists the primary name we have on file. This is the name that will appear on your diploma. Within the form you will be able to remove a middle name, correct capitalization and punctuation and request an initial only.
• In the tile, there are also forms to apply for a Minor, Concurrent Certificate and Mohawk certificate. If you need to update the content of any of the forms, you can do so by selecting ‘Update Graduation Form.’

Need help? Visit us on the online chat or email convocation@mcmaster.ca.

Legal name change

To request a formal name change, please complete the Name Change Request form and submit a Service Request within Mosaic with the form and required supporting documentation attached.

Request proof of degree awarded

You can request an Approved to Graduate/Post-Graduate Work Permit letter starting in late May if you have a graduation status of ‘Approved to Graduate’ in Mosaic. Official transcripts stating your degree awarded and conferral date will be available the day after convocation. You will also be able to download a PDF “degree conferred” letter from your Mosaic Student Centre after this date.

Other details

Attire

McMaster has a long tradition of graduates wearing academic regalia during convocation celebrations. McMaster is committed to promoting an environment of respect and collegiality that honours the rich diversity of our campus community. We fully support and encourage the inclusion and addition of culturally specific apparel during both virtual and in-person celebrations.

Grad photos

The Lifetouch Graduation Photo studio is located in MUSC. Book your appointment online through their website.

1. Click McMaster University Grad sitting
2. Click McMaster University for the site
3. Click McMaster – all Faculties for the faculty
4. Choose a day and time that is best for you

Questions? Reach out directly through mcmasteruniversity@lifetouch.ca or 905-525-9140 ext: 26222.

Note: COVID restrictions might impact or delay bookings.

Unofficial graduation regalia

Celebrate at home with your very own unofficial graduation keepsake bundle! The bundle includes a gown, cap and McMaster stole. Order from the Campus Store.

Graduation gifts

Don’t know what to give your graduate? We’ve got you covered.

Graduating student awards

Give yourself a grad present! There are scholarships specifically for undergrads in their graduating year.

Your privacy at convocation

Have questions or concerns around your privacy at convocation? Visit our privacy page to learn more about it.

Request proof of degree awarded

You can request an Approved to Graduate/Post-Graduate Work Permit letter in late May if you have a graduation status of ‘Approved to Graduate’ in Mosaic. Learn more about this process.

Faculty/staff guests

Celebrate your grads by contributing a video or message to our kudoboard.