The diploma is not presented at the commencement ceremony; it is mailed approximately 8-12 weeks after the degree is granted.
Diploma covers are presented at the commencement ceremony. If you did not participate in the commencement ceremony, a diploma cover may be requested by contacting Evaluation Services at (309) 438-2282.
Please note: If you have a financial hold, your diploma will not be mailed to you until the University Collection Services releases the financial hold. You may contact that office at (309) 438-3347.
To obtain a diploma replacement, either download the request form or write a letter to Illinois State University, Evaluation Services, Campus Box 2202, Normal, IL, 61790-2202. In the letter, include the name to be printed on diploma, University Identification Number, date of birth, date of graduation, address, statement of reason for replacement, signature, and a check or money order for $5.00 made payable to Illinois State University. Allow six to eight weeks for processing.
If the original diploma was damaged in the mail, there is no charge for a diploma replacement. Send a written request along with the damaged diploma, to Illinois State University, Evaluation Services, Campus Box 2202, Normal, IL, 61790-2202.
If a diploma cover is lost or damaged, we will send a replacement for a fee of $2.50. A diploma cover damaged in the mail will be replaced at no cost to the student.
