Graduate Information
Timeline to Commencement
Upcoming Events and Deadlines
DEADLINE | RENT DOCTORAL REGALIA
April 12 is the last day to request a rental for doctoral regalia.
MAIN CEREMONY TICKETS AVAILABLE
Main ceremony tickets will be available to claim on April 15.
DEADLINE | PURCHASE BACHELOR'S & MASTER'S REGALIA
April 18 is the last day to order bachelor's and master's regalia.
EVENT | GRAD BASH
Save the date! 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.
Registration will open in March.
Congrats Terp Grads!
MAIN CEREMONY COMMENCEMENT DAY!
Past Events and Deadlines
DEADLINE | APPLY FOR GRADUATION
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
The University Book Center hosted a Graduation Fair on March 4 and 5, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. The event provided an opportunity to purchase regalia, order announcements, and class rings. Special pricing on diploma frames. Other services included custom doctoral regalia fittings, professional photography, and a young alumni travel agency. The event included giveaways, raffles, and light fare.
DEADLINE | PURCHASE DOCTORAL REGALIA
March 12 was the last day to purchase doctoral regalia.
Shell-ebration Guide
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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.
Get Ready to Celebrate!
Be prepared to celebrate your achievements by reviewing the dates above and this additional important information.
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.
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.
The main ceremony has a clear bag policy. Review the details of the policy on the Main Ceremony Page.
Academic regalia are the traditional dress for degree candidates participating in college, school, and department ceremonies, as well as the main commencement ceremony.