Commencement

Towson University holds Commencement ceremonies in May and December to celebrate graduates and their accomplishments.

Congratulations!

The Office of the Provost hosts six ceremonies each spring and three ceremonies each winter to celebrate bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral candidates who have completed all of their degree requirements. All ceremonies are held in TU Arena.

Spring ceremonies

Wednesday, May 22

The College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. and the Fisher College of Science and Mathematics (FCSM) ceremony will be held at 3 p.m. 

Thursday, May 23

The College of Business and Economics (CBE) ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. and the College of Liberal Arts (CLA) ceremony will be held at 3 p.m.

Friday, May 24

The College of Education (COE) ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. and the College of Health Professions (CHP) ceremony will be held at 3 p.m.

Inclement Weather Notice

Although ceremonies are held indoors, if severe weather is in the forecast, university administrators may postpone the ceremony. In the case of postponement, the university will make every effort to reschedule the ceremony in as close proximity to the original date as possible.

Weather-related announcements will appear on TU's social media accounts and this website.

An experience where we all belong

During Commencement, we’ve aimed to create an environment where every person can enjoy this special day. We offer sensory-friendly viewing locations, volunteers who speak multiple languages, and more because we believe that all experiences matter.

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Eligibility to participate

Graduation is the conferral of a degree after you complete your academic program and all requirements are verified as having been met. You must submit an application to and be approved by the Graduation Office to participate in Commencement.

Commencement is the ceremony which celebrates the completion of your degree requirements. Participation in Commencement does not guarantee that your degree will be awarded. Commencement is overseen by the Office of the Provost.

When to participate

complete degree requirements ATTEND commencement
In the summer semester Attend a winter ceremony
In the fall semester Attend a winter ceremony
In the minimester Attend a spring ceremony
In the spring semester Attend a spring ceremony

How to participate

Please note, electronic correspondence regarding Commencement is sent only to TU email accounts. Degree candidates are responsible for information sent to them via their TU email. First, prepare to participate, then follow ceremony day instructions.

Candidates who complete double majors will be assigned to one ceremony to participate in Commencement. To provide space for all degree candidates who are eligible to attend a Commencement ceremony, undergraduate candidates completing double majors are not permitted to participate in two ceremonies. If you would prefer to attend the alternate major/college’s ceremony, please contact the Office of the Provost at .

1,229

Undergraduate candidates for graduation

343

Doctoral and master’s candidates for graduation​

188,000

TU alumni worldwide

Resources for graduates and guests

 

Get all the details in one spot

Download the Commencement guide for information about when to make restaurant reservations after the ceremony, flower and gift vendors, programs, tassels, tickets, accessibility and more.

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Commitment to inclusion

At Towson University, we are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they belong. During Commencement, we’ve aimed to create an environment where every person can enjoy this special day. We offer sensory-friendly viewing locations, volunteers who speak multiple languages, and more because we believe that all experiences matter.

Campus mobility guide Ceremony Day Accessibility Information Sensory-Friendly Viewing Location Request Form Visitor Disability Accommodation Request
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Contact Information

Office of the Provost

Administration Building, Room 311

Hours

Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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