Graduating students who have left the country but wish to participate in Commencement, or students whose guests have non-U.S. passports, may require documentation in order to secure a visa to attend commencement.
You may request documentation by submitting a written request (with your name and signature) to the Registrar's Office. Requests may be submitted via fax or by email. Emails must contain a PDF attachment containing your request and signature. Send requests to:
Degree Clearance Team
Office of the Registrar
American University
4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20016
Email: record_services@american.edu
Fax: 202-885-1016
You must include the following information:
1. Name of the graduating student
2. Major or course of study
3. Date of ceremony
