- If I have completed all my courses, how do I apply for graduation?
- When is graduation?
- How do I know if I met all my course requirements?
- When will I get my diploma? Will it be mailed to me?
- How do I get my grades?
- How do I order an official transcript? Is there a fee?
- Can I transfer credits from other colleges to Daytona State?
- Where do I go for enrollment verification for health insurance or loan deferment?
- What do I do if I lost my diploma?
- What GPA do I need to graduate?
- What does the graduation fee cover?
- How do I request a copy of my GED Diploma or Transcripts?
1. If I have completed all my courses, how do I apply for graduation?
Each student who is planning to graduate needs to complete the Application for Graduation that is available online at the Records website, in the Question and Answer Center or Records Office on the Daytona campus, or at the Enrollment Office on any campus. The application needs to be signed by the AS/Certificate department. For AA graduates a degree audit needs to be attached. The fee can be paid at the Office of Student Accounts.
The formal graduation exercises are held each year in mid-May. The Academic Calendar lists the specific day. However, the college does graduate students at the end of the fall term and summer term as well, with these graduates invited to participate in the May graduation ceremony.
3. How do I know if I met all my course requirements?
Each student can run their own degree audit online that is accessed through their FalconNet account. Academic advisors can also assist students in running and reviewing their degree audit.
4. When will I get my diploma? Will it be mailed to me?
Diplomas are mailed to students approximately 3 weeks after the end of the semester in which they graduate. The estimated dates are indicated on the Graduation website.
Grades are not mailed. Grades must be reviewed using your FalconNet account by selecting the Records link, then the grade link.
6. How do I order an official transcript? Is there a fee?
Students can order an official transcript online for a fee. The transcript can be mailed directly to another college or employer, or scheduled for pick up at the Question and Answer Center. Current students can access the request process through their FalconNet account and former students can get access to order using the Alumni tab on the student portal. Unofficial Transcripts: Current students can review an unofficial transcript from the Records link in FalconNet. Former students can access an unofficial transcript after signing into the Alumni page. Official College Credit Transcripts: Official transcript requests are processed by Credentials, our online service provider, for a $5 charge per transcript. Overnight options are also available for an additional fee. Please read the order form carefully and fill out all required fields. To request your transcript, you can choose one of these options: -- If you are a Current Student and know your College ID and College PIN you can use the automatic authentication process: -- Sign into the student portal by clicking the MyDaytonaState button. -- Enter your College ID and College PIN at the top of the screen. -- Click on the FalconNet tab on the menu bar. -- Use the Records link on the left menu. -- Use the Official Transcript link to order your transcript. If you are a current student and do not know your College ID or College PIN you can use the portlets on the portal home page to search for your ID and reset your PIN, or you need to complete a signed authorization form which must be faxed or mailed to Credentials to give permission to release your transcripts, but remember a signed authorization form is required to release your transcript. This process takes 3-5 days additional to complete your request. All Former Students can log in to the Alumni page to authenticate your College ID or PIN to request an official transcript. Sign into the student portal by clicking the MyDaytonaState button above. Click on the Alumni tab on the menu bar Enter your College ID and College PIN. Use the Official Transcript link to order your transcript, or you can view and print an Unofficial Transcript or run a Degree Audit. If do not know your College ID or College PIN you can use the portlets on the portal home page to search for your ID and reset your PIN, or you need to complete a signed authorization form which must be faxed or mailed to Credentials to give permission to release your transcripts, but remember a signed authorization form is required to release your transcript. This process takes 3-5 days additional to complete your request. Authorization Form Click Here Please allow at least 7 business days after receipt of your order for your transcript to be received by you via first class mail. Pick up orders will be available 2 to 3 business days after order is processed. Students who have any form of hold, including a tuition and fee bill, a Title IV refund bill, or a past student loan default are prohibited from receiving a transcript until the obligation is cleared.
7. Can I transfer credits from other colleges to Daytona State?
Daytona State will accept credits from all regionally accredited colleges. This should be done prior to starting classes with the student being notified by email that the transcript evaluation has been completed. Students are also allowed to "transfer back" credits from another college to complete graduation requirements. Credit for courses taken at a non-accredited college can be accepted in certain circumstances with the appropriate documentation. At least 25% of a program must be completed at Daytona State.
8. Where do I go for enrollment verification for health insurance or loan deferment?
Students can print their own enrollment certificate through their FalconNet account by selecting Records and Enrollment Verification links. Insurance companies and lenders are referred to the National Student Clearinghouse for enrollment information and verification.
9. What do I do if I lost my diploma?
Students who have lost their diploma can request a duplicate for a $10 fee at the Records Office. Duplicates will display the original graduation date and name.
10. What GPA do I need to graduate?
The minimum GPA to graduate is a 2.0 for the overall GPA and a 2.0 for all classes taken at Daytona State.
11. What does the graduation fee cover?
The graduation fee assists the college pay for the graduation exercises, the purchasing of your diploma cover, and the printing of your diploma. All students have to pay the fee whether or not they wish to attend graduation.
12. How do I request a copy of my GED Diploma or Transcripts?
If you would like to request a copy of your GED Diploma or Transcript, you can: Printout Official Florida GED Diploma and/or Transcript Request Form on the Records website, Visit any of our campus Q&A Centers to obtain instructions on ordering anOfficial Florida GED Diploma and/or Transcript or provide a written request to the Florida Department of Education address listed below. Daytona State cannot process official GED diploma and/or transcript requests. To request a GED diploma or transcript you can mail a Request for Official Florida GED Diploma and/or Transcript to: GED Testing Office Florida Department of Education 325 West Gaines Street, Room 634 Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400 According to the Florida Department of Education web site, processing time is approximately 7 to 10 working days from date of receipt of the request in their office. For more information, please visit the Florida Department of Education web site. The Florida Department of Education does charge a $6.00 fee for each diploma and/or transcript. To receive additional information, please visit the Florida Department of Education web site. You can also call 850.245.0449 or 1.877.352.4331 (Toll-free, Florida Only).
For more information contact: Records/Graduation: records@daytonastate.edu
