RSVP to Participate in the Ceremony
All graduates must RSVP** to participate in the ceremony. The Spring 2026 RSVP period will run from mid-February to mid-March. Official dates will be announced by the end of January. Students will receive an email when the RSVP period is open.
**The Commencement Office is unable to confirm individual RSVPs. Please check your email for a confirmation message from Tassel when you completed your RSVP.
Early and Late Walks
Early and late walks are granted on a case-by-case basis as space allows. Students must apply by the current semester's withdrawal deadline. Applications for Spring 2026 ceremonies are due by Thursday, March 18. No late applications will be accepted. View the policy.
- Early Walk Form (for summer graduates walking a semester early)
- Late Walk Form (for Fall 2025 and Spring 2025 graduates walking a semester late)
Beginning in Fall 2026, students will no longer be able to request to walk one semester early. Late walks will be reserved for unforeseen hardship situations that prevent the graduate from attending the ceremony. View the policy.