Diplomas
- All diplomas will be received by mail within eight to ten weeks after the end of the term.
- Students must meet all financial obligations before their diplomas can be released.
Certified Electronic Diploma (CeDiploma)
- An official, secure, verifiable electronic version of Emory’s diploma.
- Unlimited sharing of your accomplishment with employers, family, friends, and social media for a lifetime.
- For questions contact diploma@registrar.emory.edu
Diploma and End of Term FAQs
Degrees will appear on transcripts after degrees have been certified by schools and awarded by the Office of the University Registrar.
Students can place an order before the end of the term for a transcript to be automatically generated once their degree is awarded by selecting “Hold for Degree” during the transcript ordering process.
Transcripts should be ordered online through OPUS or at parchment.com. In OPUS, select the Transcripts tile and choose the Request Emory Transcript option. If you do not see the Transcripts tile, ensure that you select the Student homepage from the top menu bar.
Diplomas will be ordered after degrees have been certified by schools and awarded by the Office of the University Registrar. Diplomas will be shipped to the Diploma Address listed in OPUS.
Emory will print the Diploma/Degree Name as listed in OPUS on the diploma. If a Diploma/Degree Name has not been created, the student’s Primary/Legal Name will appear on the diploma.
A student’s Legal Name or Diploma/Degree Name will appear on the diploma without additional titles, prefixes, or suffixes other than the customary indication of Jr., Sr., II, II, etc. Emory will not list prior degrees, certifications, titles, professional designations, or other credentials unrelated to the degree being granted.
To add a Diploma Name, follow the steps below.
- Log in to OPUS
- Click on the Profile tile
- Click on the plus sign (+) under the Names section, enter the first and middle name ONLY, and Save. Note: The last name on the diploma must match the last name from the Primary/Legal Name.
- If editing, click on the Degree Name to update first and middle name ONLY and Save.
Diplomas will be mailed to the Address listed in OPUS as the Diploma Address. If there is no Diploma Address, it will be sent to the Permanent Address listed in OPUS. Please update OPUS with your Diploma Address, Diploma Email, and Diploma Phone Number. This will be where you will receive all post-commencement information. It is essential to update all contact information by the last day of the term.
To add or update your diploma mailing address:
- Login to OPUS
- Click on the Profile tile and select “Addresses”
- If creating a diploma mailing address, select “Add Diploma Address”, enter your address information, and Save
- If editing the diploma mailing address, click the (>) sign at the end of the Diploma Address line, edit the information, and Save
To add or update a Diploma Email Address and Diploma Phone Number
- Login to OPUS
- Click on the Profile tile and select “Email and Phone Numbers”.
- For Email: Click the plus sign, select Diploma as type, enter your email information, and Save.
- For Phone Number: Click the plus sign, select Diploma as type, enter your phone number, and Save.
Please update your diploma mailing address as soon as possible. It is important to update all contact information by the last day of the term.
You should expect to receive your diploma 8-10 weeks after the end of the term. International mailings may take longer.
Yes. You will receive an email with tracking information once your diploma has been mailed. For International Shipping, USPS tracking may not extend to final delivery in some countries due to limited scanning infrastructure or postal agreements.
Official transcripts and enrollment verifications include any degrees that have been awarded. Students can place an order before the end of the term for a transcript to be automatically generated once their degree is awarded by selecting “Hold for Degree” during the transcript ordering process. Enrollment verifications should not be ordered until after degrees have been certified by schools and awarded by the Office of the University Registrar.
Diploma Delivery
Diplomas will be ordered and mailed for Fall, Spring, and Summer Graduates after the following requirements are met:
- Final clearance is received from your school.
- The Office of the University Registrar officially awards your degree.
Processing time: Please allow approximately 8–10 weeks after the last day of the term to receive your diploma.
Diploma Content
Emory University diplomas contain the following information:
- Student’s name
- Emory school
- Emory degree
- Date of graduation
- Academic honors (if earned)*
- University signatures
* Honor diplomas are ordered, for certain schools, after degrees have been certified and after your school submits the official honor recipient list.
Note: Majors and minors do not appear on the Emory diploma. However, your major and minor will appear on your official transcript.
Note for Double Majors: Emory College Students MUST apply for either a Bachelor of Arts degree OR a Bachelor of Science degree. If you are a double-major and have completed requirements for both a BA and a BS you MUST choose one OR the other for diploma purposes.
Honors Diplomas
Graduates receiving academic honors will receive a diploma with the appropriate honors notation. These are ordered after:
- Your degree has been officially certified, and
- The official honors recipient list is received from your school.
Honor diplomas are issued for the following schools:
- Emory College of Arts and Sciences
- Goizueta Business School (undergraduates only)
- Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing (undergraduates only)
- School of Medicine
- School of Law
Processing time: Please allow 8–10 weeks from your degree conferral date to receive your honor diploma.
Diploma Mailing Details
- Diplomas are mailed to the Diploma Address listed in OPUS.
- If no Diploma Address is listed, diplomas will be sent to the Permanent Address on file.
- Delivery Method:
- USPS for domestic and international addresses
Action Required from Graduates
To ensure the timely and accurate delivery of your diploma, please verify and update the following in OPUS:
- Diploma Address
- Diploma Email
- Diploma Telephone Number
For instructions on updating this information, please visit the Diploma FAQ above: How Do I Update My Diploma Address, Diploma Email Address, and Diploma Phone Number.
Keeping your information current ensures you receive your diploma and all commencement-related communications without delay.
Student Name on Diploma
Emory University will print the student’s Primary/Legal Name on the diploma. Students may choose to display a different first name or middle name by creating a Diploma/Degree Name while completing the online degree application. The last name on the diploma must match the last name from their Primary/Legal Name. Students wishing an alternate last name on their diploma are advised to consider an official name change. For more information, please review the University's policy on student name changes.
Some professional licenses, certifications, and accreditations require that the name on the diploma matches the Primary/Legal Name. This is also a requirement by some countries if the diploma is used for visa processing or other official government purposes. Please consider whether any of these requirements apply before establishing a different Diploma/Degree Name.
If you realize your name is incorrect after the name change deadline, you must submit an official name change form and a request a replacement diploma through our Online Ordering Service. A replacement fee of $75 is required at the time of request before another diploma can be ordered.
The name change deadlines for each term are:
- Summer - July 19
- Fall - November 15
- Spring - February 28
Diploma Size
The size of Emory’s diplomas is 17″ by 14″.
Diploma Authenticity
The diploma is an important symbol of academic achievement. However, Emory does not recommend that the diploma be accepted in lieu of an official transcript or degree verification. If you are presented with an Emory diploma as evidence of a degree, please feel free to contact the Office of the Registrar at diploma@registrar.emory.edu for verification of the document.
Replacement Diplomas
Alumni may request a replacement diploma if the original diploma has been lost or destroyed at a cost of $75. To request a replacement credential, use the Online Ordering Service link to provide information about your credential. Once the request is received, requestors will be notified via email if it has been approved or denied. If the request is approved, the institution will place an order for that credential.
Replacement diplomas follow the format of the current Emory diploma and contain the signatures of current Emory officials. Replacement diplomas list the student’s name as it appeared on the student’s transcript. A statement of replacement is printed in the lower left of the diploma and is not visible upon the framing of the diploma. Replacement diplomas are typically delivered within 6-8 weeks. Please contact us for questions regarding replacement diplomas.
Diploma Notarization
Submit a request to the Registrar’s Office at diploma@registrar.emory.edu.
A notarized diploma can only be provided by Paper Mail. Electronic/PDF format is not available.
Please follow the instructions below to submit your request properly:
- Submit an email request to diploma@registrar.emory.edu.
- Attach an 8 X 10 copy of your diploma.
- Include a complete mailing address.
Please allow five to seven business days for processing.
Contact Us
Please email questions and concerns to diploma@registrar.emory.edu
The Student Services Support Team strives to respond to all Diploma emails within 2 - 3 business days. The time frame may be longer during peak periods.
Your email will generate an auto-response with a case number when initially submitted. This case number may be used to assist the Student Services Support Team when they contact you about your email.
Once your case has been resolved, you will receive a closed case notification via email.