Inaugural December Commencement
Any students graduating at the end of the fall semester are encouraged to participate in a December Commencement Ceremony on Friday, December 13. Graduates who participate in the December Commencement Ceremony are also eligible to participate in the May Commencement events.
Schedule of Events:
- Mass Celebrating Graduates, 4 p.m., St. Vincent De Paul Chapel
- Line Up for Procession, 5:15 p.m., The Nest (3rd Floor Pryzbyla Center)
- Ceremony, 5:45 p.m., Pryzbyla Center Great Room
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Commencement 2025
Everyone at the Catholic University of America recognizes the importance that graduation holds for our students and their families, and we know the tremendous sense of pride that accompanies Commencement. We are all looking forward to celebrating our students' accomplishments.
Date : Saturday, May 17, 2025
University Diploma Ceremony : Time TBA
Busch School Diploma Ceremony (All Specializations) : Time TBA
Logistics Questions (based on 2024)
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Are there tickets or RSVPs required for the graduation and diploma ceremonies?
No, there are no tickets or RSVPs required. -
What guests should I bring with me?
We recommend bringing immediate family, however, you are welcome to bring whomever you'd like. -
Where should I park?
We recommend using a ride services or taking public transportation if possible. If you are driving, the following locations will be open: Shrine Parking lot, DuFour parking lot or street parking along John McCormack Road. -
How should individuals with disabilities navigate?
There will be shuttles running for those who need assistance.
Schedule Questions (Based on 2024)
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What time should I arrive to the Basilica Lawn?
All candidates for degrees are asked to assemble no later than 9:00 a.m. For additional information on the Commencement Exercises, please visit the University Commencement Page. -
How do I know which specialization grouping I am in?
Students will line up by degree program. Candidates for the degree Master’s of Science in Business will process in first, and be the first to receive their degrees. Undergraduates who specialized in finance, as the winners of our Founder’s Day challenge, will be the first among our undergraduates in the procession and degree conferrals. Following finance students will be candidates for Bachelors of Science in Accounting, and then all non-finance candidates for Bachelor of Science in Business, not grouped by specialization. Staff will be on hand to help you find your proper position in the procession line. -
Will there be a rehearsal for the Busch School Diploma Ceremony?
We will hold a rehearsal for the diploma ceremony during the week of May 12, 2025. All students that intend to walk in the diploma ceremony are asked to attend.
Disability Support Services
Individuals requesting accommodations for disabilities should contact cua-access@cua.edu at least one week prior to the event to request accommodations. In all situations, a good faith effort (up until the time of the event) will be made to provide accommodations.
We look forward to seeing you on May 13th for graduation!