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University of Maryland, Commencement 2025
Main Ceremony School & College Ceremonies Gifts for Graduates
Graduate Information Venue Info - SECU Stadium
Schedule of Ceremonies Graduate Information Venue Info - Reckord Armory Venue Info - Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Venue Info - Memorial Chapel Venue Info - XFINITY Center
Regalia Information
Gift a Lifetime Membership
Main Ceremony
Graduate Information Venue Info - SECU Stadium
School & College Ceremonies
Schedule of Ceremonies Graduate Information Venue Info - Reckord Armory Venue Info - Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Venue Info - Memorial Chapel Venue Info - XFINITY Center
Regalia Information
Gifts for Graduates
Gift a Lifetime Membership

Graduate Information

Testudo at Commencement in SECU Stadium

Timeline to Commencement

Upcoming Events and Deadlines

DEADLINE | RENT DOCTORAL REGALIA

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

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

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. 

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. 

EVENT | GRAD BASH

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

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.

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!

2025-05-20T00:00:00.000
2025-05-20T00:00:00.000
Students in graduation caps and gowns jump alongside the Testudo mascot in front of a sign that reads 'congratulations'
SECU Stadium

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.

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

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. 

QR code to connect to the Shell-ebration Guide. You can also text "Hi" to 1.833.356.2356.

Shell-ebration Guide

Have Questions?

Scan this QR code to connect to the Shell-ebration Guide. You can also text "Hi" to 1.833.356.2356. 

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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