
Graduate Resources
Here are the must-know steps:
Register for Commencement – Form coming soon
Order Cap & Gown – Required to walk
Exit Exams – Graduate Exit Exam + Major Field Test
Clear Balances – Accounting and Library must be paid
Diplomas – Mailed after semester
Latin Honor Cords – Picked up at check-in, or mailed
Graduate Checklist
Complete these steps before graduation:
The departments below require their graduates to take a major field test.
Criminal Justice
Psychology
Biology
Math
Chemistry
Computer Science
How can I register for my Major Field Exam?
All students registering for a major field test should fill out an application, which can be requested from their department.
Students should indicate on the application whether they prefer to test at the LSUA Testing Center or by remote proctor (ProctorU).
After completing the application, students should return/send the application to both their department and the LSUA Testing Center (testingcenter@lsua.edu).
Students can schedule an on-campus appointment at www.registerblast.com/lsua/exam
Students testing remotely will receive an email from MFTSupport@testsys.com with instructions on proceeding.
Appointments must be made 24 hours in advance.
Arrive 15-20 minutes before testing begins.
Do not forget to bring a valid picture ID (such as a driver's license, student Oakcard, military ID, etc.)
Major Field Tests
Two-hour computer-based assessment of knowledge of the major field, given to graduates with bachelor's degrees in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Biology, Math, and Chemistry. This test is only required for those earning a Bachelor's degree.
Where can I take the test?
Students may test at the LSUA Testing Center or by remote proctor. Online students graduating in one of the participating departments can take the major field test remotely through ProctorU. Students should request an application from their department and return/send the completed application to their department and the LSUA Testing Center (testingcenter@lsua.edu).
Important Details
Grad Fair
When: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Time: 10:00am-2:00pm
Where: LSUA Bookstore
At Grad Fair you can order:
Cap & gown (required to participate in commencement)
Announcements
Class rings
Pictures with Tank: 12:00-12:30pm
Contact
http://lsua.it/LSUABookstore
Diplomas
Diplomas will be mailed directly to your address on file.
Update your address:
Log into Self-Service via
MyLSUA → My Profile → Addresses.
Mailing Schedule:
Spring: End of June
Summer: End of September
Fall: Mid-February
Diplomas will not be mailed if you have a hold on your account.
Latin Honor Cords
Distributed at graduate check-in on commencement day.
If you don’t attend, cords will be mailed after the ceremony.
Graduate Fees
$55.00 – Covers diploma, processing, and test fees.