Why Isn’t Graduation Showing Up on My Sims 4 Calendar?
So, you’ve put in the hours, your Sim has aced their classes, and you’re eagerly awaiting the moment they walk across that virtual stage. But alas, graduation day is nowhere to be seen on your Sims 4 calendar! Don’t panic, fellow Simmer, this is a common issue with a few potential causes. The primary reason graduation might not appear is because your Sim hasn’t aged up to a Young Adult yet. Graduation events, whether for High School or University, only trigger after the age transition has occurred. Ensure aging is turned on for your played Sims, and let the age-up happen. The graduation event will typically appear on a Sunday and might be obscured by other events on your calendar, especially if you have numerous expansion packs installed. Click through the calendar days, especially Sundays, to see if graduation is hidden beneath another event like the Starlight Accolades. Additionally, game bugs can sometimes prevent graduation from properly scheduling.
Troubleshooting Graduation Woes: A Deep Dive
Age is Just a Number (Literally!)
The most frequent culprit behind a missing graduation is that your Sim is still a Teen or hasn’t completed the required age transition. Graduation is specifically tied to the Young Adult and Adult life stages. Check your Sim’s age bar and make sure they’ve officially aged up. If you’re playing with shortened lifespans, they may need to progress through the Teen stage faster.
Calendar Clutter: Finding the Hidden Event
The Sims 4 calendar can get crowded quickly, especially with multiple expansion packs. Graduation events are typically scheduled for a Sunday, but they can easily be hidden under other events like festivals, parties, or career-related functions like the Starlight Accolades.
How to Find It:
- Click through each Sunday: Manually click through each Sunday on your calendar.
- Zoom In: Zoom in on the calendar for a clearer view.
- Adjust Event Filters: Consider temporarily disabling certain event types in the calendar filter to make graduation easier to spot.
The Dreaded University Graduation Glitch
This is a well-known bug, specifically in the Discover University expansion pack. It happens when you move your Sim to a different household before receiving their diploma. The game essentially loses track of where to send the graduation notification.
Workarounds:
- Stay Put: Avoid moving your Sim out of their university housing until they’ve received their diploma.
- Mod Solutions: Check for mods created by the Sims 4 community that specifically address this glitch.
- EA Forums: Report the issue on the official EA forums to help bring it to the attention of the developers.
High School Hijinks: Early Graduation and Prom
If you’re dealing with High School graduation from the High School Years expansion, there are a couple of extra things to consider:
- Early Graduation: To graduate early, your teen Sim needs an A grade.
- Prom Issues: Prom and graduation may not show up if aging is completely disabled for all Sims.
- Prom Bug: Prom might not appear or function correctly due to game bugs.
- Missing Prom Event: The event can only be triggered through the calendar, so keep an eye on it!
Mod Conflicts and Game Corruption
As much as we love them, mods can sometimes cause problems. If you’re using mods, especially those that affect the calendar, aging, or school systems, try disabling them to see if that resolves the issue. If it does, re-enable them one by one to identify the culprit. Game corruption is a less frequent, but possible cause for graduation not showing up. In this case, it may require a complete game reinstall.
FAQ: Your Sims 4 Graduation Questions Answered
1. How do you trigger graduation in Sims 4?
Graduation is triggered automatically after your Sim ages up to a Young Adult (for both High School and University). Make sure aging is enabled and allow your Sim to age up naturally. After the age transition, the graduation event should appear on your calendar, typically on a Sunday.
2. What is the university graduation glitch in Sims 4?
The university graduation glitch occurs when you move a Sim to another home before they receive their diploma. This can prevent the graduation notification from appearing.
3. Why can’t I graduate early in Sims 4?
Early graduation from High School is only available in the High School Years expansion pack. Your teen Sim needs an A grade to qualify for early graduation.
4. Why is prom not on the calendar in Sims 4?
Prom might not appear on the calendar due to game bugs or because aging is disabled. Ensure aging is turned on, and check for game updates or community fixes.
5. How to graduate from High School in The Sims 4 High School Years?
- Attend classes regularly.
- Complete homework and extra credit assignments.
- Maintain a good grade.
- Age up to Young Adult.
6. Why is my calendar messed up in Sims 4?
A messed-up calendar can be due to various reasons, including game bugs, mod conflicts, or season settings. Try resetting your season length in the game options and then reverting it to the original setting.
7. What time does prom end in Sims 4?
Prom officially ends at 11 PM, but your Sim might be invited to after-parties to continue the fun.
8. Why is my high school graduation not showing in Sims 4?
The most common reasons are that your Sim hasn’t aged up to a Young Adult yet, or the event is hidden under other calendar events. Ensure aging is enabled and carefully check your calendar for Sundays with overlapping events.
9. Can Sims graduate high school early?
Yes, with the High School Years expansion, Sims can graduate early if they achieve an A grade.
10. How high do skills need to be to graduate early in Sims 4?
The only requirement for early graduation is achieving an A grade. Skills are not a direct factor.
11. What time is uni graduation in Sims 4?
The graduation ceremony itself occurs during the day. Your Sim will receive their diploma around 6 PM on graduation day, regardless of whether they attend the ceremony.
12. What happens after a Sim graduates from university in Sims 4?
Graduating with a degree unlocks several benefits in associated careers, including higher pay, easier promotions, more vacation days, and a signing bonus.
13. Can you cheat Sims into university?
Yes, you can use cheats to enroll Sims in university. Enable “testingcheats on” and then shift-click on your Sim to select “Enroll in University.”
14. How do you graduate as valedictorian in Sims 4?
To graduate as valedictorian, your Sim needs to:
- Be a straight-A student.
- Study for exams.
- Complete all homework.
- Do homework for extra credit.
- Attend all classes.
15. Where is my diploma in Sims 4?
The diploma will appear in your Sim’s inventory around 6 PM on graduation day. The graduation ceremony only awards a graduation photo.
Final Thoughts
Getting your Sim to graduation can sometimes be a journey of troubleshooting and patience. Hopefully, this guide has provided you with the tools and knowledge to diagnose and fix the issue. Remember to check your Sim’s age, calendar, and mod list, and stay vigilant for those pesky game bugs! If you have more general questions about the impacts of gaming on learning, please visit the Games Learning Society website at https://www.gameslearningsociety.org/ or GamesLearningSociety.org. Good luck, and happy Simming!