The Requirements to become a candidate are the following: (1)At least 6 months membership in the Knights of Columbus; (2)That the said candidate be a third degree member of the Knights of Columbus in good standing with his council; (3)and the filling out and approval of a Form 4.

Exemplifications are held at the state level. Unlike the First, Second, and Third degrees, the Fourth Degree is held as a social event, with the uniform of the day being a black tuxedo, white shirt and black tie. The exemplification is usually followed by a dinner with various speakers, and dignitaries in attendance.