In plain English
This means something that shows a person finished their studies and was formally granted the qualification for them. It covers both completing the course and receiving the degree, diploma, or other qualification from an educational institution.
In context
Here, "proof of graduation" labels a document category for evidence that a person completed a course of study at an educational institution and was awarded the relevant degree, diploma, or other qualification.
- Situation
- Requesting transcripts, certificates, credentials, verification, and graduation records
- What it communicates
- labels a document category used to show graduation.
Meaning limits
The term itself does not say what specific form the evidence takes, only that it serves to show completion of study and award of the qualification.
Examples
“The college emailed proof of graduation after the degree was officially awarded, not when the final class ended.”
“Attach proof of graduation with the rest of your supporting documents.”