Frequently Asked Questions
When will my degree post?
Degrees will post after all coursework and non-coursework requirements are complete and all grades have been recorded. Students will receive email confirmation from the registrar’s office when their degree posts. Generally degrees are posted within 1 – 4 weeks after the final term grade submission deadline, assuming the students’ degree requirements have been met.
When will I receive my diploma?
Diplomas are ordered when a student’s degree posts and take about 4-6 weeks. The diploma will be mailed to the address listed on the students’ degree application.
My degree is posted, how do I order transcripts?
Students’ can go to transcripts.alliant.edu to order and pay for their transcripts online.
Will I receive my diploma at the graduation ceremony?
A diploma cover is handed out at the commencement ceremony that students can keep to store their diploma in if they would like. The actual diploma will be mailed to the student after all of their degree requirements are met.
I haven't been notified of my degree posting and I am missing grades, what do I do?
If a student is missing grades they should touch base with the professor that taught the course and ask them to submit grades for the course.
Where can I see my degree posting on the portal?
Log into the portal, and select Academics from the lefthand menu. Your unofficial transcript will include your degree once it has been posted.
My degree is posted, how does my employer verify the awarded degree?
Employers can request a degree verification through the National Student Clearinghouse by going to https://secure.studentclearinghouse.org/vs/Index. Keep in mind that there may be a delay of up to a month after degree posting before the National Student Clearinghouse is updated with the latest degree information.