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University of Maryland, Commencement 2025
Main Ceremony School & College Ceremonies Gifts for Graduates
Graduate Information Event Day Information Speakers and Honorees SECU Stadium Information
A Special Message from President Pines Commencement Speaker Message from the Alumni Association President Honorary Degree - The Honorable C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger Honorary Degree - The Honorable Benjamin L. Cardin
Schedule of Ceremonies Graduate Information Venue - Reckord Armory Venue - Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Venue - Memorial Chapel Venue - XFINITY Center
Regalia Information Main Ceremony - Event Day Information
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Main Ceremony School & College Ceremonies Gifts for Graduates

Celebrating our Terp Graduates

The University of Maryland will hold the 2025 main commencement ceremony on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in SECU Stadium. Gates will open at 5 p.m. and the student processional will begin at 6 p.m. 

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2025 Commencement Speaker

We are excited to announce the 2025 main ceremony commencement speaker, Kermit the Frog.

Learn more about Kermit the Frog

Tickets are now available to claim for the main ceremony

Graduates can now claim tickets to the main ceremony by logging into their Athletics ticketing account. For questions, please contact the Athletics ticketing office at 301-314-7070.

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Commencement

The university will host its 2025 main commencement ceremony on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. The ceremony at SECU Stadium will feature remarks from President Darryll J. Pines and distinguished guests.

A clear bag policy will be enforced at the main ceremony this year. If you plan to attend, please review the bag policy in the main ceremony FAQs.

Leading up to, during, and after commencement, graduates are encouraged to share their memories on social media using #UMDgrad. See Terps’ photos and reflections on Twitter and Instagram.

Colleges and schools will host individual commencement ceremonies on May 20-23, 2025. These ceremonies will feature remarks from deans and announce the names of each graduate.

Prepare to Graduate - Review the Timeline to Commencement Arrive Ready to Celebrate - Main Ceremony Event Day Information
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Main Ceremony - Event Day Information

Graduates, please review this page so you and your guests can be ready for a celebratory evening at the main ceremony, where we will honor your accomplishments at the University of Maryland!

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The Alumni Association is excited to celebrate you and your accomplishments throughout the semester leading up to your Commencement. Learn about our upcoming events specifically for graduating students and ways to stay connected with your Alumni Association once you officially become a Terp alum.

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Submit Your Photos!

Graduates and family members are encouraged to submit photos commemorating their time at Maryland, by Friday, May 2nd, for a chance to be featured in the main commencement ceremony.

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