May 22, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
Total Mortgage Arena, Bridgeport, CT
The university will hold its spring graduate commencement ceremony, for students receiving Doctoral Degrees, Master’s Degrees, Sixth Year Professional Diplomas, Post-Master Certificates, and Graduate Certificates.
The commencement starts at 4:30 p.m. for all graduate programs.
For Students
Students must complete an online Commencement Participation Form to walk in their commencement ceremony. All communications pertaining to Graduate Commencement will be sent to your Southern email address. Please check your account for updates.
Graduate Commencement Guide (pdf)
Graduate Commencement FAQ (pdf)
Doctoral Regalia Options (pdf)
Graduate Regalia Options (pdf)
Cap and Gown Prices (pdf)
Cap and gowns are available for purchase starting April 1, 2025 at the Adanti Student Center bookstore. Preorder now for in-store pickup on April 1, 2025.
For Visiting Families
