{"id":1284,"date":"2025-12-03T10:41:15","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T15:41:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.georgetown.edu\/bge-1789-sandbox\/?page_id=1284"},"modified":"2025-12-03T11:25:17","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T16:25:17","slug":"commencement-faq-update","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.georgetown.edu\/bge-1789-sandbox\/commencement-update\/commencement-faq-update\/","title":{"rendered":"Commencement FAQ Update"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\"><strong><em>Please note that this information may change to reflect updates from the Office of the President or the Office of the Provost.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading  is-style-with-no-margin-bottom body-text-heading\" id=\"apply\">Applying For Graduation<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gu-block gu-container  gu-block-expand-content-group       \"><button class=\"btn expand-group-control to-expand btn-link \" aria-label=\"Expand all of the following collapsed content\">Expand All<\/button>\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>How do I apply to graduate?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">Follow the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/biomedicalprograms.georgetown.edu\/students\/commencement\/graduating-student-checklist\/\">instructions<\/a>\u00a0to apply to receive your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/biomedicalprograms.georgetown.edu\/students\/commencement\/graduating-student-checklist\/#masters-degree\">master\u2019s degree<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/biomedicalprograms.georgetown.edu\/students\/commencement\/graduating-student-checklist\/#ph-d\">Ph.D.<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/biomedicalprograms.georgetown.edu\/students\/commencement\/graduating-student-checklist\/#graduate-certificate\">graduate certificate<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>What date should I choose on My Application to Graduate if I plan to graduate by May commencement?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">Choose the May 31 date option. Your degree will still be conferred on the day of the Commencement Ceremony.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>I plan to graduate in May, why do I need to apply to graduate by February 1?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">You must apply to graduate no later than February 1 if you wish to have your diploma available at the Commencement Ceremony and have your name and graduation information printed in the Commencement Book. This early deadline is necessitated by the production schedules of both the diplomas and Commencement Book.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>Can I still graduate in the Spring semester if I don\u2019t apply to graduate by February 1?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">After February 1, you may still apply to graduate until May 1.\u00a0If you do so, you will still be able to participate in the Commencement Ceremony, but your diploma will not be available at commencement and your graduation information will not be in the Commencement Book. The May 2026 Commencement Book will feature the names of graduates from December 2025, as well as degree candidates from May 2026 and August 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>What if I don\u2019t see the option of \u201cApply to Graduate\u201d on GU Experience?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">If you don\u2019t see the \u201cApply to Graduate\u201d option on your <a href=\"https:\/\/guexperience.georgetown.edu\/\">GU Experience<\/a> account, please submit the following information to your program Director of Graduate Study (DGS) and Program Coordinator as soon as you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list list list-unordered\">\n<li><strong>Expected Graduation Date<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Full Legal Name<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mailing Address<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\"> You will need to adhere to all graduation application deadlines.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading  is-style-with-no-margin-bottom body-text-heading\" id=\"diploma-regalia\">Diploma &amp; Academic Regalia<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gu-block gu-container  gu-block-expand-content-group       \"><button class=\"btn expand-group-control to-expand btn-link \" aria-label=\"Expand all of the following collapsed content\">Expand All<\/button>\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>When can I get my diploma?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/grad.georgetown.edu\/academics\/current-students\/how-to-graduate\/#diploma-information\">Diploma Information<\/a> for the diploma timeline. Students cleared to graduate in May will receive their diploma at the May Commencement Ceremony. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>What are the dimensions of my diploma?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">The diploma dimensions are 17 inches (43 cm) wide by 14 inches (35.5 cm) high.\u00a0Diploma frames are available at the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/georgetown.bncollege.com\/\">Georgetown University Bookstore<\/a>\u00a0in the Leavey Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">The diploma is written in Latin;\u00a0an English translation is provided with your diploma (<a href=\"https:\/\/georgetown.app.box.com\/s\/zbayniz46ym97b3luc53\">example translation<\/a>).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>What do I do if I need to change my address to which my diploma will be sent?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">To change your address to which your diploma will be sent, please email <a href=\"mailto:gradstudentservices@georgetown.edu\">gradstudentservices@georgetown.edu<\/a> with your new address.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>When will academic regalia (cap and gown) be on sale at the Bookstore?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">All graduates participating in Commencement are required to wear the <a href=\"https:\/\/grad.georgetown.edu\/academics\/current-students\/academic-regalia\/\">appropriate academic regalia<\/a> &#8211; gown, hood, cap, and tassel. Standard regalia will be available for purchase in the <a href=\"https:\/\/georgetown.bncollege.com\/\">University Bookstore<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>What color should I order for my academic regalia?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\"><div class=\"gu-block gu-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/biomedicalprograms.georgetown.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ms-hood-642x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14870\" style=\"width:200px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><p>Master of Science hood<\/p><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">To find the color to order for your academic regalia, please refer to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/grad.georgetown.edu\/info-for\/current-students\/academic-regalia\/\">the Academic Regalia page on the Graduate Studies website<\/a>. Hood linings for BGE degrees are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list list list-unordered\">\n<li><strong>Master of Science (M.S.):<\/strong>&nbsp;Gold<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Executive Master&#8217;s:<\/strong> Peacock Blue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.):<\/strong>\u00a0Royal Blue<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\"><strong><em>Master&#8217;s Students:<\/em><\/strong> You will receive instructions on how to wear your regalia as you line up for Commencement. You can also watch our quick video guide: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=jgwR1HnzkVE\">&#8220;How to Put On Your Commencement Regalia.&#8221;<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading  is-style-with-no-margin-bottom body-text-heading\">Commencement Ceremony<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gu-block gu-container  gu-block-expand-content-group       \"><button class=\"btn expand-group-control to-expand btn-link \" aria-label=\"Expand all of the following collapsed content\">Expand All<\/button>\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>Can I participate in the May commencement if I graduated in an earlier semester?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">Yes. The May 2026 Commencement Ceremony is for students who have been or will be awarded a master&#8217;s degree or Ph.D. in December 2025, May 2026, or August 2026..<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>Do my guests need tickets for commencement?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\"><strong><em>Master&#8217;s Students: <\/em><\/strong>Tickets are not required for the Commencement Ceremony on Healy Lawn; seating is available on a first come, first served basis starting at 7:45 a.m. Students will be informed during the spring semester if the public health situation necessitates changes to this policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">Note that if the ceremony is held in McDonough Arena due to severe weather, tickets will be required. Ticket instructions are sent in emails from gradlife@georgetown.edu. Follow the link from the email to claim the severe weather tickets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\"><strong><em>Ph.D. Students:<\/em><\/strong> To be announced<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>What happens if there is rain or storms on commencement day?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\"><strong><em>Master&#8217;s Students: <\/em><\/strong>The 2026 Graduate Commencement Ceremony will be held outdoors in the event of rain. In case of severe weather such as electrical storms, the site for the ceremony is&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/McDonough+Arena\/@38.9076464,-77.0800024,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x89b7b641baf51e9d:0x6ba7370f639217bf!8m2!3d38.9076464!4d-77.0774221!16zL20vMGM4YmMx\">McDonough Arena<\/a>. If there is a severe weather announcement, all graduates are to report directly to the white tent in front of McDonough Arena at&nbsp;<strong>7:30 a.m. for the lineup<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">In the event of severe weather, the University will make an announcement on the morning of commencement day on the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/commencement.georgetown.edu\/\">Georgetown University Commencement page<\/a>&nbsp;and students will be notified via email right away.&nbsp;Weather announcements will also be available through our&nbsp;University Weather line at&nbsp;<a href=\"tel:2026877669\">202-687-7669<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">Note that if the ceremony is held in McDonough Arena, severe weather tickets will be required. Ticket instructions are sent in emails from gradlife@georgetown.edu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\"><strong><em>Ph.D. Students:<\/em><\/strong> The 2026 School of Medicine Commencement Ceremony will be held outdoors in the event of rain. In case of severe weather such as electrical storms, the site for the ceremony is&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/McDonough+Arena\/@38.9076464,-77.0800024,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x89b7b641baf51e9d:0x6ba7370f639217bf!8m2!3d38.9076464!4d-77.0774221!16zL20vMGM4YmMx\">McDonough Arena<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">In the event of severe weather, the University will make an announcement on the morning of commencement day on the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/commencement.georgetown.edu\/\">Georgetown University Commencement page<\/a>&nbsp;and students will be notified via email right away.&nbsp;Weather announcements will also be available through our&nbsp;University Weather line at&nbsp;<a href=\"tel:2026877669\">202-687-7669<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>What accessibility services are available for guests with disabilities?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">Free accessible shuttle buses, wheelchairs and sign language interpreters are available. Instructions for making a request for accessibility needs are sent in emails from gradlife@georgetown.edu. Follow the link from the email to submit accessibility needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">You can find more information on the <a href=\"https:\/\/commencement.georgetown.edu\/accessibility\/\">Commencement Accessibility<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>Where can the commencement livestream be found?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">The Commencement Ceremony will be livestreamed on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/georgetownuniv\/\">Georgetown University Facebook page<\/a>. Other livestreams will be announced in advance on social media.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>Can my family and guests take pictures at the commencement?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><\/meta><strong><em>Master&#8217;s Students: <\/em><\/strong>We ask that you remind your family and guests that they\u00a0<strong>MAY NOT<\/strong>\u00a0approach the stage during any part of the ceremonies to take photos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\"><strong><em>Ph.D. Students:<\/em><\/strong> To be announced<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>Where can I find my graduation photo?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><\/meta><strong><em>Master&#8217;s Students: <\/em><\/strong>A professional photographer from\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.gradimages.com\/georgetownuniversity\">GradImages<\/a>\u00a0will be taking pictures during the Commencement Ceremony. They will be contacting you directly by mail and email with your proofs. If you have any questions, please contact them directly at 800-261-2576.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\"><strong><em>Ph.D. Students:<\/em><\/strong> To be announced<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>Who will appear in the Commencement Book?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">The May 2026 Commencement Book will feature the names of graduates from December 2025, as well as degree candidates from May 2026 and August 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-block wp-block-gu-expand-content \"><h3 class=\"expand-control\"><a href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-toggle=\"collapse\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span>What is the commencement day schedule?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"expand-content collapse\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"><\/meta> Find the commencement day schedule on our Commencement page: <a href=\"https:\/\/biomedicalprograms.georgetown.edu\/students\/commencement\/#Master's-Students-Commencement-Schedule\">Master\u2019s Students Commencement Schedule<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/biomedicalprograms.georgetown.edu\/students\/commencement\/#Ph.D.-Commencement-Schedule\">Ph.D. Commencement Schedule<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph wp-block-paragraph body-text\">For more information, visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/commencement.georgetown.edu\/\">Georgetown University Commencement website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Please note that this information may change to reflect updates from the Office of the President or the Office of the Provost. 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