Fall Graduation Ceremony
October 2025
Registration is now closed.
In-Person Ceremony: October 11
Elliott Hall of Music, Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
Virtual Ceremony: October 12
Online only; no in-person attendance
Deadline: No new registrations or changes accepted after 11:59 pm ET, Thursday, August 7, 2025.
Questions? Contact graduation@purdueglobal.edu.
Countdown to Commencement
Commencement Showroom
Your hub for all graduation events
Travel & Lodging
Hotels, maps, and travel info for in-person grads
Virtual Grad Week Events
October 6–10
Monday: Photo Booth
Tuesday: Last Lecture & Toast
Wednesday: Bingo
Thursday: Shout-Out Board
Friday: Special Message (check your inbox)
Commencement
- In-Person Ceremonies: Saturday, October 11
- Virtual Ceremonies: Sunday, October 12
See Notes and Conditions below for important information.
Checklist: Prepare for Graduation
Register for the Ceremony
Registration is now closed.
Order Cap and Gown
Required for in-person attendees only
- Order regalia 6 weeks before the ceremony
- Visit the Caps and Gowns page for ordering instructions
Submit Celebratory Photos
- Submit photos and videos for a chance to be featured in during the ceremony.
Plan to Attend in Person
- Order Regalia: Allow 6 weeks for delivery (required for in-person attendees)
- Book Travel: View parking & hotel info
- Tickets: No tickets or guest limit
- National Anthem Audition (Optional): Submit to perform at graduation
- View Ceremony & Live Stream Info: After registering, visit the Commencement Showroom for details
Plan to Attend Virtually
- View Ceremony & Live Stream Info: After registering, visit the Commencement Showroom for details
- What to Expect:
- Registered virtual grads are featured with name and slide
- Join the interactive video Watch Party to celebrate with others in real time (link posted on Commencement Showroom)
- Public viewing on YouTube
- View a past ceremony
Invite Guests to Graduation
- Send Invitations: Download and personalize your commencement invitation.
- Share the Live Stream: Direct guests to the Commencement Showroom or YouTube to watch online.
Virtual Graduation Week Activities

Monday, October 6
Photo Booth
Open October 6—12
Add a digital Purdue Global frame to your photos.

Tuesday, October 7
Last Lecture and Toast
7:00–7:30 pm ET
Presented virtually by a professor nominated by the graduates, followed by a class toast.
“What wisdom would you impart unto the world if you knew it would be your last chance?”

Wednesday, October 8
Bingo
Join us for a few games of virtual bingo.

Thursday, October 9
Graduation Shout Out Board
Post congratulatory photos, videos, and messages.

Friday, October 10
Special Message (Check Your Inbox)
Special message emailed to registered graduates.
Black & Gold Celebration
Date: October 10, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm ET
Purdue Memorial Union—North & South Ballrooms
101 North Grant Street
West Lafayette, IN
Family-friendly social hour, meet and greets, and photo opportunities.
All ages welcome | No tickets required | Business casual attire

Graduate Showcase Opportunities
Be Part of the Celebration Videos
Submit photos and videos for a chance to be featured in commencement celebration videos.
Sing the National Anthem
Audition to sing at graduation; open to Purdue Global students registered to attend the in-person commencement.
See Notes and Conditions below for important information.