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University of Maryland, Commencement 2025
Main Ceremony School & College Ceremonies Gifts for Graduates
Graduate Information Event Day Information Commencement Speaker SECU Stadium Information
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
Gift a Lifetime Membership

Graduate Information

Testudo at Commencement in SECU Stadium

Timeline to Commencement

Upcoming Events and Deadlines

MAIN CEREMONY TICKETS AVAILABLE

2025-04-15T00:00:00.000
2025-04-15T00:00:00.000
Graduates Seated on the field at SECU stadium with the Maryland "M" Logo

Main ceremony tickets will be available to claim on April 15 at 8:30 a.m. 

DEADLINE | PURCHASE BACHELOR'S & MASTER'S REGALIA

2025-04-18T00:00:00.000
2025-04-18T00:00:00.000
UMD Bachelor's Regalia

April 18 is the last day to order bachelor's and master's regalia. 

Deadline | Participate in the Senior Class Gift Initiative

2025-04-18T00:00:00.000
2025-04-18T00:00:00.000
Graphic with the text "Senior Class Gift '25"

This year's senior class gift supports the Student Crisis Fund, which provides emergency resources to students whose health, safety, or well-being have been negatively impacted, affecting their ability to continue their education.

You can participate in 3 different ways: 1) Via online regalia purchase -- select the "legacy" package, which includes the $10 donation and Terp alum tassel charm; 2) In person at the University Book Center -- go to the checkout register on the lower level and let them know you'd like to donate to the senior class gift fund; 3) Via the Senior Class Gift Giving Page -- include a minimum $10 donation. 

2025-05-06T00:00:00.000
2025-05-06T00:00:00.000
Logo for Grad Bash event

We are excited to create the Class of 2025 "M" photo at SECU Stadium, in partnership with the Division of Student Affairs and Department of Athletics. Join us after the class photo for a celebration complete with a DJ, photobooth, raffle prizes and more.

Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center & SECU Stadium

SCHOOL AND COLLEGE CEREMONIES

2025-05-20T00:00:00.000
2025-05-23T00:00:00.000
Students in their caps and gowns sitting at SECU stadium for 2024 commencement

Congrats Terp Grads!

MAIN CEREMONY COMMENCEMENT DAY!

2025-05-21T00:00:00.000
2025-05-21T00:00:00.000
Students in graduation caps and gowns jump alongside the Testudo mascot in front of a sign that reads 'congratulations'
SECU Stadium

Graduate Event Day Information

Graduates, please review the event day information 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!

Past Events and Deadlines

DEADLINE | APPLY FOR GRADUATION

2025-02-07T00:00:00.000
2025-02-07T00:00:00.000
Reckord Armory exterior

February 7 was the last day to apply for graduation. Visit the Office of the Registrar's website for more information. 

EVENT | LEAVE YOUR LEGACY - CHAMPAGNE TOAST

2025-02-27T16:30:00.000
2025-02-27T18:00:00.000
Testudo graphic with the text "Leave Your Legacy. A Champagne Toast"
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center | Orem Hall

EVENT | GRAD FAIR

2025-03-04T10:30:00.000
2025-03-05T18:30:00.000
Class ring in a box, surrounded by ribbons.

DEADLINE | PURCHASE DOCTORAL REGALIA

2025-03-12T00:00:00.000
2025-03-12T00:00:00.000
UMD Doctoral Regalia

March 12 was the last day to purchase doctoral regalia. 

DEADLINE | RENT DOCTORAL REGALIA

2025-04-12T00:00:00.000
2025-04-12T00:00:00.000
UMD Doctoral Regalia

April 12 was the last day to request a rental for doctoral regalia. 

SECU Stadium during commencement.

About the Ceremonies

The main commencement ceremony is the highlight of each Terp’s academic journey! On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, the University of Maryland will host the main commencement ceremony at SECU Stadium, where we come together to honor the hard work, resilience, and achievements of Terp graduates. Gates will open at 5 p.m. and the student processional will begin at 6 p.m. The main ceremony will feature our commencement speaker, president, and other notable speakers and honorees. Students will be recognized as a group with their school or college.

Each graduate and their guests are also invited to attend the individual school, college, or department ceremony for their program, which are held Tuesday, May 20 - Friday, May 23. At these individual ceremonies, graduates will walk across the stage and have their names read. 

Main Ceremony Information School and College Ceremony Information

Get Ready to Celebrate!

Be prepared to celebrate your achievements by reviewing the dates above and this additional important information. 

Two Graduates Hugging

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.

Testudo holding a "U of M" flag with "2025" in the background.

You're Almost a Terp Alum

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.

University of Maryland clear bag.

Main Ceremony Bag Policy

The main ceremony has a clear bag policy. Review the details of the policy on the Main Ceremony Page.

Graduate at commencement wearing regalia

Regalia

Academic regalia are the traditional dress for degree candidates participating in college, school, and department ceremonies, as well as the main commencement ceremony.

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