You Graduated,
Now What?
Congratulations, Night Owl—you did it. Earning your WGU degree is a major milestone, but your journey with WGU doesn’t end at graduation. As a WGU alum, you now have access to career tools, learning resources, alumni events, community platforms, benefits, and opportunities to stay connected for life.
Use this page as your post-graduation checklist. Start at the top, explore each step, and make sure you’re taking full advantage of everything available to you as a WGU graduate.
Join the Next “You Graduated, Now What?” Webinar
- Next session: Saturday, October 3
- Webex join link: Coming soon
Looking for guidance on what comes next after graduation? Join WGU Alumni Relations and the Career & Professional Development team for You Graduated, Now What?, a quarterly virtual session designed to help graduates take confident next steps. You’ll learn about career services, alumni resources, and tools available to support you for life.
YOUR WGU ALUMNI CHECKLIST
Your first steps after graduation start here.
1. Update Your Alumni Profile
Make sure your contact information is current so you don’t miss alumni news, regional event invitations, resource updates, or opportunities. Keeping your profile up to date helps us connect you with the resources and experiences most relevant to you.
2. Plan Your Commencement Moment
You worked hard to earn your degree—now it’s time to celebrate. WGU hosts commencement celebrations in cities across the country each year, and graduates can choose the location and date that work best for them and their families. There’s no deadline to participate, so whenever you’re ready, we’re ready to celebrate you.
3. Make Your Next Career Move
Whether you’re job searching, updating your résumé, preparing for interviews, or planning your next move, WGU’s Career & Professional Development team is here to help.
4. Keep Learning and Growing
Education is lifelong. Explore post-graduation learning resources to keep building your skills, stay competitive, and continue growing in your field.
5. Share Your Story
Your journey can inspire future Night Owls. Share your experience through a guided interview and tell us how WGU helped shape your educational and professional path.
6. Refer a Friend to WGU
You know the impact a WGU education can make—now help someone else take the next step. Refer a friend through the Owl’s Nest, and you can earn points to redeem for WGU swag, rewards, or store credit.
7. Ask Questions. Share Advice.
Ask questions, get advice from fellow alumni, or respond when a student or graduate reaches out. Your professional and personal experience may be exactly what another Night Owl needs—thank you for sharing it.
8. Attend Alumni Events
WGU hosts alumni events year-round, with opportunities to connect locally, regionally, nationally, and virtually. From networking mixers and career events to community service opportunities and special celebrations, there’s always a way to meet fellow Night Owls and stay involved.
9. Connect with the Night Owl Community
Stay connected with fellow graduates by joining an alumni community, chapter, honor society, or online network. Share experiences, build relationships, and keep the Night Owl conversation going.
LOOKING FOR MORE?
Bonus Checklist:
Build Your Achievement Wallet
Be career-ready. Showcase your skills, education, and experience in a dynamic profile that helps employers understand the value you bring.
Explore Your Alumni Benefits
Take advantage of alumni benefits, discounts, WGU merchandise, learning tools, scholarship opportunities, and other resources available to WGU graduates.
Know Where to Get Help
Have questions after graduation? Visit our FAQs and contact resources to find the right team for help with transcripts, resources, and more.
