The Fall 2026 Commencement Ceremony date and time is December 14th, 2026. The ceremony begins at 6:00 P.M. There is an optional rehearsal for graduating students at 4:00 P.M. the same day. Please attend to get questions answered and ensure a smooth ceremony.

No, we do not require graduates to complete an application for graduation; however, please make sure you are following up with your advisor to make sure you are meeting all program requirements with a grade of C or better. 

The diplomas will be mailed to the graduate’s preferred mailing address in LoLA and should arrive within 4-6 weeks. Please verify that your address is correct on the LoLA homepage under “Personal Information” and update as needed.

To ensure you are set to graduate, schedule time with your academic advisor today! Visit our Advising Page to schedule an appointment. 

It is the graduating student's responsibility to verify, prior to the graduation ceremony, that no outstanding debt to the College exists. Students with outstanding debt will not receive their diploma until the debt has been cleared. All graduates who have met their degree requirements are permitted to participate in the commencement activities. 

Please arrive at Fant-Ewing Coliseum at 4:00 P.M. on the day of the Commencement Ceremony, December 14th, to participate in graduation rehearsal. You must then be lined up by no later than 5:15 P.M. 

Yes, there will be a rehearsal on the day of the Fall 2026 Commencement Ceremony at 4:00 P.M. at Fant-Ewing Coliseum.