Registration to attend this year's commencement ceremonies is now open!

You may register for All Campus Commencement Ceremony or your College specific ceremony online at https://commencement.ucsd.edu/students between April 2 - May 30 at 11:59 p.m. PDT.

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1. What is the difference between the All Campus Commencement and the College ceremony and do I need to register for both?

 The registration process gives graduates the choice to participate in Commencement 2025 ceremonies; either your College ceremony, All Campus Commencement, or both.

 At the College ceremony, you and your fellow College graduates’ names are read as you cross the stage. The College ceremonies are dedicated to that College’s graduating class and customized to deliver a unique College ceremony experience.

 At the All Campus Commencement (ACC) ceremony, all-UC San Diego graduates may attend and see a keynote speaker and where the Chancellor will confer degrees by academic division upon graduates gathered as one student body (names are not read at the ACC ceremony).

 You and your guests are welcome to attend both, or one, if you prefer. Both ceremonies will be held the weekend of June 13-15.  Please review commencement.ucsd.edu for specific locations and dates of the ceremonies.

2. Is there a fee to register?

No, the $54 registration fee to attend your College and/or All Campus Commencement ceremonies was waived this year for all graduates. So, there is not a registration fee to attend.

3. Do I have to register to attend a ceremony?

Yes, to participate in Commencement 2025 you must register online at https://commencement.ucsd.edu/students by May 30 at 11:59 p.m. PDT.

4. How do I get my name in the digital booklet?

During the registration process the students may opt in to have their name in the digital booklet as long as they register by May 7 at 11:59 p.m.  if they register after that date they will not be eligible to have their name in the booklet. (there are no exceptions)

 5. I need help with my registration, who should I contact for support? Or, I need to cancel my registration, who should I contact for support?

Email Registration Support at support@commencementonline.com

6. Can I modify my registration?

Yes, through the deadline which is May 30 at 11:59 p.m. PDT. Go to https://commencement.ucsd.edu/students or to the link in your confirmation email after you successfully register.

7. I am a graduate and have VISA questions, inquiries about invitation letters, or other international travel specifics. Who should I contact?

Please contact the International Services and Engagement Office (ISEO) at https://ispo.ucsd.edu/advising/visa/current-returning-students/visa-status/leaving-ucsd/program-completion.html#Commencement-2022-Support:-Visa 

8. When will I receive my diploma?

Registering for Commencement is to attend ceremonies only, meaning it is separate from your Degree and Diploma Application (DDA). Visit the About Diplomas page on TritonLink for everything a graduate should know about their diploma. The Commencement Team does not handle inquiries involving a graduate’s DDA or any other diploma-related inquiries.

1. Am I eligible to participate in Commencement 2025?

If you meet the following criteria listed below, you are eligible to register and participate at Commencement 2025.

Registration for college commencements is open to eligible undergraduate students with 135 units by the end of winter 2025 who are completing their degree in fall 2024, winter 2025, spring 2025, summer 2025 or fall 2025. Students must be in good academic standing.

If you have questions about filing your Degree and Diploma Application (DDA) or questions about your current academic standing, contact ERC Academic Advising via http://vac.ucsd.edu

2. Am I eligible to attend another College ceremony other than my “home” College ceremony?

Graduates are expected to attend their affiliated or home College ceremony; however, they may request an exception for consideration. See question below for details.

3. Do I need an exception; to attend another College’s ceremony or I don’t meet the eligibility requirements. What should I do?

You will need required documentation to support your request and in most cases pre-approval from your College. Go to https://commencement.ucsd.edu/students in the Undergraduate Colleges tab for a list of exceptions considered by the Commencement committee. To submit an exception request use the link Exception Request and follow the instructions in the form for consideration by Wednesday, May 7 at 11:59 p.m. PDT

1. Do guests need tickets to attend Commencement ceremonies?

No, guests do not need tickets currently. Only graduates need tickets to attend.

2. Do graduates need tickets to attend Commencement ceremonies?

Yes, printed tickets are required for graduates to enter the ceremony location. If you register by the deadline, you will receive an email to download your Commencement 2025 ticket(s) on June 6. You can also access your ticket online after June 6 at commencement.ucsd.edu.

3. Why do I need to print my ticket?

You will need to keep your ticket until you cross the stage as your name will be read by the AI scanner at your College ceremony. The bar code on your ticket will include the approved wav file that you submitted during the registration process,  then you will  give your ticket to the photographers so they can contact you with your photo proofs after the ceremony. Without a printed ticket, your name will not be read and you may not receive your photo proof. 

4. What name will be showcased during Commencement? For example, is what is printed on my ticket, read as I cross the stage, and displayed on the screens during my College ceremony?

The name that will be displayed will be the selection you made at the time of registration, which is either your lived name or legal name. Please review your registration confirmation to be sure you selected your appropriate choice.

5. What if I lose my ticket?

You can reprint your ticket at one of the ceremony’s print stations, located near check-in (follow signs to re-print stations). Arrive early to ensure time for re-printing. Save your ticket after you enter the ceremony location, the photographers will need it during the ceremony.

1. Where can graduates and guests find a Commencement booklet?

Commencement booklets will not be distributed during the ceremonies. Graduates and guests can download a virtual booklet online at commencement.ucsd.edu the day of their ceremony.  

2. How do I get my name in the Commencement booklet?

You need to request your name to be included in the virtual booklet when you register for commencement by the deadline of May 7 at 11:59 p.m. PDT

3. Does the list of names in the booklet serve as a proof of graduation or proof that a student graduated with honors?

No, the virtual booklet does not serve as a document of record or as proof of graduation, it is rather a keepsake or memento. The final degree will be awarded based on all completed course work and university requirements. Candidates for Latin Honors for 2024-25 will be determined by graded units and grade point average at the time of filing. Final honors will be awarded based on all completed courses and grades.

1. Is regalia (a cap, tassel and gown) required? 

Yes, official UC San Diego regalia; cap, gown and tassels are required for graduates and faculty/platform party members. Graduates can purchase regalia online starting May 9th  at https://www.ucsandiegobookstore.com/graduation2024.  Or purchase in-person at the Bookstore.

2. What is the deadline for graduates to order regalia?

The online ordering will be from May 6th - May 17th for shipping.  May 18th in store pick up through Commencement weekend. The Bookstore will have plenty of inventory on hand for purchasing directly at the store. Or, Here is the online order link - https://www.ucsandiegobookstore.com.  

3. Is there a Grad Fair?

Yes, the Grad Fair is May 6 - May 8 from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Town Square. You can pick-up regalia here and find other celebratory Commencement items for purchase.

4. I lost or forgot to order my regalia, what do I do?

You can purchase regalia at the UC San Diego Bookstore through Commencement weekend. Check the website for hours of operation. If you lose regalia at the ceremony you can go to the Help Deck located near the entrance or to the Bookstore tent located on the field of your location after you check-in.

1. Is there a limit to the number of guests I can bring with me to the ceremonies?

No, there is not a limit currently. Please keep in mind seating is on a first come, first serve basis. 

2. Can my guests sit with me at Commencement?

Graduates will be seated together in the designated graduate section and guests will be seated in a section designed for graduates’ families and friends.

3. Where can guests purchase gifts?

Online at UC San Diego Bookstore https://www.ucsandiegobookstore.com. Or at the Bookstore through Commencement weekend.

4. Where can guests purchase floral bouquets and leis?

Leis, bouquets, and t-shirts will be sold at Commencement. However, preorders for pickup before the ceremony are encouraged so participating students can wear leis onstage and in pictures. Order directly online at https://commencement.ucsd.edu  or directly at https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/ucsandiego/

1. What do I need to bring with me to commencement ceremonies, as a registered graduate?

• Printed registration ticket (required)
• Valid UCSD Student ID card or other valid ID card (required)
• Regalia (required)
• Recommended: Sunscreen, reusable water bottle, comfortable shoes, and a smartphone (recommended)

2. What time is check-in for the Ceremonies?

Check-in is at 6:45AM for the ERC ceremony and 6:00PM for the All Campus Commencement ceremony. 

3. Where do graduates and guests check-in, and what happens here?

• Students check-in at the designated check-in location printed on their ticket.

After the security check, graduates and guests will continue to the check-in location where the graduate’s printed ticket will be scanned to participate.

Graduates need to hold onto their ticket throughout the ceremony because it will be scanned again on the field, to display their name on the screens as their name is read and they cross the stage.

4. How long are the ceremonies?

Each ceremony is scheduled for 100 minutes but may be as long as 2-hours.

5. What accommodations will be available for students/guests needing special assistance?

• ADA parking will be available near the ceremony locations and a shuttle service will be made available. A handicap placard or license plate will be required to utilized these lots
• The University does not provide wheelchairs.
• There will be seating for guests needing special assistance; however, accommodations are first come,first Please arrive early if you need special assistance.
• Closed captioning will be available on the screens.
• There will be seats dedicated to graduates and guests who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Service animals specifically trained to assist a person with a disability are welcome. No other animals are allowed.

6. If a guest or graduate cannot attend a ceremony, can they watch a live broadcast?

Yes, a live broadcast/livestream will be available at https://commencement.ucsd.edu/ 

 7. Are pets allowed?

No pets allowed. Service animals specifically trained to assist a person with a disability are welcome.

8. Will there be a professional photographer taking photos during the ceremony? If so, how are photos ordered after Commencement?

Yes, Grad Images will take photos of graduates during the ceremony. Graduates will receive a text message or email to the phone number or email address they provided during registration, with a link to access their photo proofs. Orders should be placed within two to three weeks upon receipt of the text or email to ensure the fastest shipping time. For additional information, visit the company's website: gradimages.com/Home/FAQ   

9. Are parking permits needed for graduates and guests during Commencement weekend?

• No parking permits are needed. Follow all event signage and directions of traffic management staff for access to the best available parking or drop off locations.
• Carpooling, ride-sharing, or using public transportation is recommended.
• Additional information is available online at https://commencement.ucsd.edu/transportation-and-security/index.html

10. Where are restrooms located?

Portable toilets and hand washing stations are available on the Field of the location your ceremony is. Directions for additional restrooms will be posted.

11. Will there be food, drinks, and water available for purchase at the ceremony site?

Water will be available to graduates, guests, and faculty. Additional food and beverage may also be available for purchase.

12. Where is Lost & Found?

Lost & found items should be given to any security officer. Items will be turned over to Campus Police on Monday, June 16 Lost & Found phone number: (858)534-4361.