To be considered a Lane graduate and participate in graduation ceremonies, students are required to complete their program requirements which must include a minimum of 90 credit hours (or more, depending on the program) in one of the accredited associate degree programs, or a minimum of 45 credit hours in an accredited certificate program.

Once a student applies for graduation they have two terms, including the term of application, to complete their degree or certificate.  If the requirements are not completed within the two terms the student must reapply and pay an additional fee for graduation.

Application deadline for graduation is April 30th each year.

Participation in the spring graduation commencement requires completing all degree or certificate requirements by the end of spring term, or having nine or fewer credits remaining after the completion of spring term.