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Syracuse University’s 2025 Commencement Weekend includes school and college convocations, the University-wide Commencement ceremony and other celebratory events. The full schedule of Commencement Weekend events, common FAQ’s and additional details, like student registration can be found at: commencement.syr.edu.

In order to participate in Commencement, you must complete all the tasks listed below. If you already completed the tasks listed – well done!

File for My Diploma

All degree candidates who plan to complete degree requirements by August 2025 and will participate in the May 2025 celebrations must file on MySlice by March 1, 2025.

File Diploma Request

Register for Commencement

All graduation candidates who are eligible to participate in Commencement must register to indicate their intent to attend the 2025 Commencement ceremony and confirm an estimated number of attendees.

Registration is for graduation candidates ONLY. Parents, family, friends and/or guests DO NOT need to complete the registration form. Registration information will be used to estimate total attendance for planning purposes.

Tickets are not required and there is no limit to the number of guests you can bring. If your guest count changes, you do NOT need to resubmit your registration.

Registration is not required for participation in school and college convocations.

Mark Your Calendars!

Beginning Monday, December 2
Senior Portraits for Fall 2024 & Spring 2025 Graduates
Book your appointment today. Visit the Syracuse University Yearbook page on the Commencement website or contact Student Engagement at stactivities@syr.edu for more information.

Thursday, May 8, 12:00 p.m.
Commencement Rehearsal (students only). Enter the stadium through Gate D.

Thursday, May 8 – Saturday, May 10
Commencement Weekend Events
The full schedule of school and college convocations, ceremonies and receptions is available on the Commencement site. Tickets are not required.

Sunday, May 11, 9:30 a.m.
2025 Commencement
JMA Wireless Dome
Tickets are not required.

*Syracuse University adheres to New York State/Onondaga County public health guidelines and protocols that could impact admission requirements or capacities for large gatherings. Graduation candidates will be notified, via email, of any such changes as soon as they are confirmed.*

For more information about the Syracuse University 2025 Commencement, please visit commencement.syr.edu.