Ceremonies

The Commencement ceremony is a profound rite of passage, and the University commends you for your hard work and dedication to your academic studies.

We are truly proud to have such accomplished Ragin' Cajun alumni.

Whether you are participating in the ceremony or cheering your graduate on, there's a chance you'll have questions about where to go and what to do. We invite you, your friends, your family, and members of the community, so prepare and share the appropriate information with your family and guests to ensure that the final celebration is one you will cherish for a lifetime!

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Attendance at Graduation

All Graduates must attend their Commencement Ceremony. If a student has a conflict that prevents attending the Ceremony, the student must complete an In Absentia form.

NOTE: If a graduate does not apply to graduate in absentia and does not attend Commencement, the diploma will be destroyed after six (6) months.

Future Commencement Dates

The University hosts three Commencement ceremonies a year. Check the schedule to ensure that no event times/venues have changed.

Semester	Date	Time	Location
Spring 2025*	Friday, May 16 & Saturday, May 17	TBD	Cajundome/Conv. Center

*Final schedule will not be released until late January. Please note that ALL dates are tentative*

Semester	Date	Time	Location
Summer 2025*	Friday, August 8	10:00 A.M.	Cajundome

*All graduates (Doctorate, Master's & Bachelor's) will graduate at one time. Please note that ALL dates are tentative*

Semester	Date	Time	Location
Fall 2025*	Friday, December 19 & Saturday, December 20	TBD	Cajundome/Conv. Center

*Final schedule will not be released until late August. Please note that ALL dates are tentative*