Undergraduate Commencement
Two Tippie Graduates
Graduation Cap and Diploma

Ceremony Attire

Wondering what to wear and where to buy your cap and gown? Find out here.

Alumni Network

Alumni Networking

Before you graduate, visit our alumni site and find out how to stay connected.

Undergraduate Commencement

Application Deadline

All graduating seniors must apply for their degrees on ISIS by the following dates:

  • The application date for May 2013 graduation has passed.
  • Spring 2013 graduates: Apply by March 8, 2013

Summer graduates may participate in the May ceremony. In order to participate, summer degree candidates must submit their graduation applications by March 8 and complete the Early Participation in Commencement form in the Undergraduate Program Office, C140 PBB.

Tippie Graduation Celebration

Saturday, May 18, 1:00-2:30 p.m., PBB Patio/Courtyard.
Graduating students and their guests are cordially invited to attend a pre-ceremony dessert reception. Graduating students will receive an electronic invitation with rsvp in early April. Please respond to the invitation by May 1 so that we may order enough yummy treats.

This new event is designed to complement the official commencement ceremony. Join Dean Sarah Fisher Gardial, Associate Dean Lon Moeller, and Tippie College faculty and staff at an informal gathering at PBB. Enjoy desserts, music, and conversation. Bring your cap and gown to take photos in or around PBB or at the Old Capitol. Joe Photo will also be on hand at PBB to take pictures of the event!

Spring 2013 Commencement Ceremony

Spring 2013 Commencement Ceremony
Saturday, May 18 at 5 p.m.

Carver-Hawkeye Arena

Doors open at 4 p.m. Graduates should plan to arrive no later than
4:15 p.m.