Learn the steps needed to prepare to graduate and get ready to celebrate! Students who graduate in the prior autumn, winter and spring quarter are invited to attend a department graduation celebration and UW Commencement Ceremony.
![Two students in graduation gowns holding diplomas in their hands](https://www.ce.washington.edu/sites/cee/files/images/current/graduation/20190615_Commencement_02639.jpg)
Final steps before you graduate
In order to best prepare to graduate with your degree, several action items must be completed prior to graduation.
![The back of a student's graduation cap which says 'hello world!''](https://www.ce.washington.edu/sites/cee/files/images/current/graduation/20190615_Commencement_02532.jpg)
Graduation events
Students across all CEE academic programs celebrate their hard work and accomplishments at two graduation events.