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Graduation Ceremony Schedule

All ceremonies offer virtual and in-person options. View eligibility.
Diplomas are not given at the ceremony.

October 2025 Commencement

Registration: July 22 to August 7

In-Person Ceremony: October 11
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN

Virtual Ceremony: October 12
Online only; no in-person attendance

View October Schedule

May 2026 Commencement

Registration: Opens February 2026

In-Person Ceremony: May 2
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN

Virtual Ceremony: May 3
Online only; no in-person attendance

October 2026 Commencement

Registration: Opens Summer 2026

In-Person Ceremony: October 10
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN

Virtual Ceremony: October 11
Online only; no in-person attendance

See Notes and Conditions below for important information.

Steps to Attend Commencement

  • Step 1: Determine Eligibility

    Determine Eligibility

    Graduates with the following degrees may attend any ceremony after their final term ends:

    • Doctoral (Law & Nursing)
    • Master's
    • Bachelor's
    • Associate
    • Certificate

    Graduates of the Doctor of Education and Doctor of Health Sciences:

    • Graduating Jan 1–June 30: Attend October ceremony
    • Graduating July 1–Dec 31: Attend May ceremony
    • Final approval of your applied research project is required to officially graduate and participate in the ceremony listed above (or a future one).

    Reminder: Update Your Contact Info. Log in to PG Campus or call 844-PURDUE-G to ensure you receive graduation emails and texts.

  • Step 2: Register

    Register for Your Ceremony

    • Registration Link: Located on the Ceremony Details page.
    • Headshot Upload: Grad-only photo in business casual or regalia. Plain white/light background. No logos or trademarks. Suitable for academic audiences. [View Instructions]
    • Emails: Confirmation is sent after registering; ceremony details are sent after registration closes.
  • Step 3: Regalia

    Order Your Cap and Gown

    View Ordering Instructions

  • Step 4: Travel

    Make Travel Arrangements

    View Travel Information: Available once registration opens.

    Note: Purdue Global is not responsible for reimbursing travel or other expenses if the ceremony is changed or canceled.

Contact Us

Ceremony Questions: graduation@purdueglobal.edu

Other Questions: Graduation Contacts

Review Graduation FAQs

General Information

Ceremony Information

Registration

Live Stream

Public viewing is broadcast on Purdue Global’s YouTube channel.

Guests and Tickets

There is no guest limit and tickets are not required.

Academic Honors

Academic Honors Eligibility

Academic Honors Statuses

Academic honors statuses will be noted on diplomas and transcripts.

  • Cumulative GPA of 3.70–3.79: Cum Laude
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.80–3.99: Magna Cum Laude
  • Cumulative GPA of 4.0: Summa Cum Laude
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.00–3.29: With Honors (Purdue Global Law School)
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.30–4.00: With Highest Honors (Purdue Global Law School)

GPA Recognition Cords (optional): Purchase with regalia through Herff Jones (View GPA cord eligibility)

Ceremony Participants: Academic honors recognized at the ceremony are based on the candidate’s cumulative GPA as of the ceremony registration deadline date, and therefore may not be final.

Honor Societies

Honor society organizations are by invitation only. Visit the Student Organizations page to find information for each honor society.

Ceremony Attire: Cap, Gown, GPA Cord

Purdue Global alumni at graduation
Purdue Global alumni in caps and gowns.
  • Regalia: Graduates must order their own cap and gown (required for in-person only)
  • GPA Cord (Optional): Purchased with regalia (View eligibility)
  • Ordering Info: See Caps and Gowns page

Honor Society Regalia

Diplomas

Purdue Global diploma in frame
Example of a Purdue Global diploma.
  • Diplomas: Not given at the ceremony
  • Delivery: Mailed 6 weeks after final class and requirements confirmed
  • Size: 11" x 8.5" (landscape)
  • Frames: Available through Herff Jones

Questions? Contact the Office of the Registrar at registrar@purdueglobal.edu or 866-522-7747 (Toll Free).

Life After Graduation

Purdue Global continues to support you beyond graduation.

Ordering Regalia

Caps and Gowns

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduation FAQs

Past Ceremonies

Photos, Programs & Videos

Decorate and Celebrate Graduation at Home

Download and print graduation posters, yard signs, and cake toppers to share your success.

Graduation Invitation — Editable
Graduation Celebration Poster
Congratulations Yard Sign
Congrats Grad Yard Sign
Congratulations Cake Toppers
Celebratory Write-On Sign
Congrats Digital Wallpapers
Social Media
Stickers

Print Approval Letter

If you intend to have any of the above materials professionally printed, you will be asked to provide an official letter of approval from the University.

Download Print Approval Letter

Graduation Contact Information

Stay Connected

NOTES AND CONDITIONS

Commencement: Commencement times will be determined after the participation deadline. Participants and attendees assume all financial and health risks associated with attending commencement and must abide by all guidelines as required by the University, venue, and government. Commencement may be canceled or changed to a virtual experience due to government mandates or advisories regarding public health or safety, and the University will not be responsible for any incurred costs or expenses as a result.

Commencement Participation: Participation in commencement is not a verification of graduation. Candidates receive their diploma approximately 8 weeks after completion of their final class and once all program requirements have been confirmed by University officials.

The Purdue Global Commencement and related events could be broadcast live online and all attendees' student directory information, military branch (if applicable), videos, and photos shown during the ceremony could be photographed, videotaped, or filmed by authorized parties. The registration of all participants, submission of photos/videos, and attendance at or participation in the graduation-related events serve as permission for use of these names, images, and posts by Purdue Global. Commercial photography or filming is prohibited without permission of Purdue Global.