🎓 Celebrate Your Achievement at GMU!
Discover everything you need for commencement, degree celebrations, graduation timelines, and award ceremonies.
View Upcoming Graduation InfoReady, Set, Graduate!
Your final semester at George Mason is going to go faster than you expect. Be sure to complete everything required for graduation with the steps below.
Graduation Info & Checklist →Graduation Timeline
| Task | Deadline | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Apply for Graduation | Varies | View |
| Order Cap & Gown | See Vendor | Shop |
| Confirm Participation | TBA | Check Here |
🎓 What is Commencement?
University Commencement is the official, university-wide graduation ceremony at George Mason University. This event includes:
- Degree conferral by the University President.
- Speeches from keynote guests and student speakers.
- Live music from the George Mason University Wind Symphony.
🏅 What are Degree Celebrations?
Each School or College hosts its own Degree Celebration where graduates are honored individually.
- Bachelor’s and Master’s graduates cross the stage and are photographed.
- Guest speakers share inspiring messages.
📜 Past Degree Celebration/Commencement Videos
2024 Video Recap
2023 Video Recap
2022 Video Recap