How to Apply for Graduation

  1. Log into your account on MyReynolds.
  2. From the My Applications screen, click on the SIS (Student Information System) tile.
  3. Click on the Academic Records & Progress tile.
  4. From the left-hand menu, select Apply for Graduation.
  5. Verify your mailing address.
    • If needed, click the Update Address link to make changes.
  6. Click the Proceed With Making Application button.
  7. Use the magnifying glass icon to:
    • Select Reynolds for the Select Institution field.
    • Select the term in which you will complete your credential.
  8. Select your degree and/or certificate program(s).
  9. Complete the graduation application questionnaire.
  10. Review your application carefully, then agree to and submit your graduation application.

Need Help with your application?

Contact the Reynolds Graduation Office at graduation@reynolds.edu or (804) 523-5030

Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony

More details coming soon!

Graduation Guidelines

A curricular student eligible for graduation is required to complete and submit the online application for graduation for each degree, certificate, or career studies certificate program by the deadline for that semester or term. Students applying from more than one plan shall include all plans on the application. If a student files for graduation, but does not graduate, the student must reapply for a later graduation date. Students may graduate after fall, spring or summer terms.

  • Students must earn a grade point average of at least 2.000 in the curriculum.
  • All documentation of training, education, or tests from outside organizations must be submitted by the last day of classes. Incomplete grades must be resolved by the last day of classes. The School Dean must recommend the student, and the Registrar must certify completion.
  • The student must resolve all financial obligations with Reynolds and return all library and college materials.

Graduation Honors

Students who complete A.A., A.S., A.A.S. degrees or certificates are eligible for honors. Career studies certificates are not eligible.

Graduating G.P.A. cumulative:
3.200 Cum laude (with honor)
3.500 Magna cum laude (with high honor)
3.800 Summa cum laude (with highest honor)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to participate in Commencement?

Students who graduated in Summer or Fall 2025 or who applied for Spring or Summer 2026. Summer students must have no more than 7 credits or 2 classes left. Apply in SIS and fill out the Early Participation Request.

Can I withdraw my graduation application?

No. Once submitted, the degree or certificate will be awarded if requirements are met.

Note: The college reserves the right to graduate students who complete requirements, even without an application.