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Fall 2025 Graduation Information
Arizona State University is preparing for Fall graduation, and the full ceremony schedule will be posted in September.
Please note: ASU Commencement (the university-wide ceremony) is scheduled for
Monday, December 15.
Graduation vs. Ceremony Registration
- Apply for Graduation
- This means you’ve finished (or will finish) your coursework and are notifying the university to process your degree.
- Register for Ceremonies
- This lets us know you plan to attend and participate in graduation events such as Commencement, Convocation, or Celebrations.
What to expect at each ceremony and celebration
- PhD Candidates
- Hooded and recognized by name at both Commencement and Convocation
- Master's Candidates
- Hooded as a group at Commencement (no name announcement or stage walk); at Convocation, you’ll walk, have your name announced, and receive your diploma cover.
- Bachelor's Candidates
- Do not walk or have their name announced at Commencement; at Convocation, you’ll walk, have your name announced, and receive your diploma cover.
- Celebrations
- Students cross the stage and have their name announced, but do not receive a diploma cover.
Questions and support
For college-specific convocation details, please get in touch with your college directly.
For questions regarding your graduation application or diploma processing, contact University Registrar Services at [email protected]