Outstanding Service Graduation Cord & Honors

Students who complete 400 or more verified service hours during their undergraduate degree at UT Austin are eligible to receive a Graduation Cord for Outstanding Service. This distinction honors students who have made a long-term commitment to community engagement and allows them to celebrate that impact at graduation.

Recipients receive a certificate and a special service cord to wear during commencement.

• For Students: Track your hours on GivePulse and apply during your final semester to be considered for this recognition.
• For Advisors & Faculty: Promote this opportunity to students in your programs and help them build a habit of tracking service hours early.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a graduating UT Austin undergraduate
• Must have logged at least 400 verified service hours on GivePulse
• Hours must be submitted and verified before the application deadline

Applications open each spring before commencement. Learn More About the Graduation Cord & Honors & Apply.

See our Application Guide for Questions or email us at utvsl@austin.utexas.edu.