Commencement

Friday, May 9, 2025

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Graduates Assemble for Diploma Ceremony | 1:30pm | Second Floor, Purnell Center for the Arts (map)
All graduating students report to line up for the diploma ceremony. Graduates should arrive dressed in their caps, gowns, cords, etc. and shoes that they feel comfortable standing and walking in. Graduates must not bring any personal belongings that don't fit in their pocket, as we cannot securely store items during the ceremony.

Diploma Ceremony | 2:30-4:30pm | Philip Chosky Theater, Purnell Center for the Arts (map)
The ceremony includes the presentation of diplomas to graduates, hooding of doctoral candidates, and remarks from our undergraduate, graduate and guest speakers. The ceremony also includes the announcement of the winners of the graduation awards.

Please note: Diplomas are only distributed during the diploma ceremony. If you do not attend the ceremony, your diploma will be mailed to the delivery address listed in SIO under Academic Info > Graduation and Diploma. If you have questions regarding diploma distribution, please contact Enrollment Services at uro-diplomas@andrew.cmu.edu.

• Seating: Seating is extremely limited; therefore, 4 guests per graduating student may sit in the theater. Seating is available for disabled guests and their companions on the first floor of the theater.
• Photography: Professional photographs will be taken and made available after the ceremony.
• Video Livestream: The ceremony will be livestreamed online for those unable to attend in person. The recording will be made available after the ceremony.
• International Guests: Please refer to the information on the Office of International Education website for guidance on how to prepare the necessary documentation for guests from outside the United States.

Reception | 4:30-6:00pm | Great Hall, College of Fine Arts (map)
Immediately following the Diploma Ceremony, we invite our graduates and guests to join us for a reception with light refreshments.

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Carnegie Mellon honors the hard work and dedication of graduates during the following university-organized events. More information is available on CMU’s Commencement site.

Saturday, May 10, 2025

The President’s Reception in Honor of CMU’s Doctoral Candidates | 4:00-6:00pm | Atrium, Tepper Building (map)
Graduating PhD candidates and their guests are invited to a reception celebrating their outstanding accomplishments.

Sunday, May 11, 2025

CMU Main Commencement Ceremony | 10:00-11:30am | Gesling Stadium (map)
Carnegie Mellon’s Main Commencement Ceremony brings together bachelor's, master’s and doctoral degree candidates from all programs across the University. Gesling Stadium opens to guests at 8:00am. Robing and procession for graduates is from 9:00-10:00am at various locations across campus. The student procession into the stadium begins at 9:15am; all guests must be seated by this time. Access to guest seating is restricted once the procession begins.

Commencement Fair | Wednesday, March 12 & Thursday, March 13, 2025 | 10:00am-5:00pm
Rangos Ballroom, Cohon University Center second floor
The Commencement Fair gives graduating students the opportunity to purchase merchandise at exclusive in-person discounts, including regalia (cap and gown), swag, class rings and announcements, discounted diploma frames and more. Attendees can also enter to win door prizes.

Student Deadline to Purchase Cap, Gown & Regalia | Saturday, April 5, 2025
Graduating students are encouraged to purchase their cap, gown and other regalia at the University Store or order online by the date listed above to ensure that items are shipped in time for the ceremony. After this date, online orders will no longer be available, and regalia will need to be purchased in person at the University Store. View regalia fees and deadlines here. The University Store offers CMU personalized class rings, personalized announcements, gifts, diploma frames and more to celebrate graduation.

Student Deadline to RSVP for Diploma Ceremony & Reception | Friday, April 18, 2025
Graduating students must submit the appropriate form below to confirm if they will be attending the School's Diploma Ceremony & Reception, provide their guest count, and indicate how they would like their name to appear in the program.
Undergraduate Student RSVP
Graduate Student RSVP

Tartan Commencement Ad Reservation | Due Friday, May 2, 2025 @ 11:59pm
Family and friends of graduating students can honor their achievements with a Commencement ad in The Tartan. Request ad space here.

Pick up Honors Cords and Medallions | Monday, May 5 - Thursday, May 8, 2025
Undergraduate students who are eligible to receive honors cords and medallions can pick them up from Heather Workinger in her office in CFA 212 during graduation week.

Outstanding Academic Coursework | Due Tuesday, May 6, 2025 @ 5:00pm
Graduating students with any outstanding coursework, missing grades, etc. on their academic record must have these issues resolved by no later than the date listed above. Those with missing requirements after this date will not receive their diploma at the ceremony.

Final Billing for All Graduating Students | Due Tuesday, May 6, 2025 @ 5:00pm
Graduating students must check their student account for any additional costs that may have been charged over the final weeks of the semester. Payment for outstanding charges is due to the HUB no later than the date listed above. Those with unpaid balances after this date will not receive their diploma at the ceremony. Graduating students who want to make purchases late in the semester must first contact David Koltas.