Regalia , announcements & GIFTS
General Information
All graduates will be asked to carry in their regalia into the venues that are hosting their ceremony.
O fficial ASU regalia (gown, cap, and tassel) must be worn during the commencement and convocation ceremonies. Regalia differs based on the degree program you are graduating from. There are a few different ways to obtain regalia:
The Grad Fair Online offers discounted prices between Feb. 9 at 8:00 a.m. - March 1 at 8:00 p.m. for packages only. After the Grad Fair Online ends, graduation packages are full price. Students will be emailed more information on Friday, February 9, 2024.
You can purchase your graduation package (including announcements) online through Herff Jones through April 8, 2024.
You can purchase your graduation package at a discount via these forms: PhD , Masters , Bachelors .
You can purchase regalia online through Sun Devil Campus Stores until the day of graduation.
You can also purchase your regalia in-person at any Sun Devil Campus Store .
You can borrow regalia! In an effort to encourage sustainability practices, the College of Global Futures has a limited supply of regalia that students have donated after graduation. As of Monday, April 22 you are welcome to visit the College of Global Futures Student Services Center to see if we have the regalia you need. We ask that you come in to find the right size and items. You can email [email protected] or call ahead (480) 727-6963. We will hold items for up to two business days. Regalia will be available for pick up in person two weeks before your ceremony from the 4th floor reception desk area of Walton Center for Planetary Health.
How to dress for graduation
Information to Know (before you order):
For the first time, first generation graduates can order a special First Generation Stole . They are available as p art of the graduation regalia package or they can be purchases a la carte through the ASU Bookstore.
Commemorative maroon and gold tassels are also available for purchase.
The Stole of Gratitude is an additional option that is available for purchase .
Master's Hood Colors:
School of Sustainability - Scarab Green
School for the Future of Innovation in Society - Flame ( Please make sure you receive the correct hood color. On the Herff Jones website, the Flame hood is called " Copper " and will be listed under "Innovation in Society" for degrees.
S chool of Complex Adaptive Systems - Gold
Honors Cords are for undergraduates who have earned a 3.40 GPA or higher with at least 56 credit hours of resident credit at ASU. Your current GPA, as verified at the time you request your honor cords, will determine which cords you are given. In-person students can p ick up honor cords at any University Registrar Services location . Online students will have their honors cords mailed to them.
Masters Graduating with Distinction - Graduate students who complete a master's program with a 4.0 cumulative GPA qualify for recognition as "With Distinction." This recognition will be indicated on both the diploma and the ASU transcript through a notation of "With Distinction." Please note that this recognition was implemented in the fall of 2022 and will not be awarded retroactively to students who completed their master's degrees before that time. The cumulative GPA for With Distinction recognition is based solely on ASU coursework.
Veteran Stoles are available for veteran ASU graduates. Stoles will be available at the Veterans Honor Stole Ceremony held on, Saturday, December 9 at 2pm. If you are unable to attend the Ceremony, you can also pick up your Veterans Honor Stole at the College of Global Futures convocation check-in on December 11, 2023 at 1 p.m. at Gammage Auditorium.
Moeur Award : The ASU Alumni Association presents the Moeur Award to undergraduate students who have received a cumulative GPA of 4.0 while attending ASU with 8 consecutive fall and spring semesters. Moeur Award recipients receive a certificate and special stole to wear during ceremonies. Awardees will receive email communication from the ASU Alumni Association with information on how to pick-up the certificate and stole.
GRADUATION GIFTS - PRE ORDER INFORMATION
Arizona State University partners with The Commencement Group for our Graduation Ceremonies to provide special commemorative flowers, bears and gift items for sale during commencement . These special gift items include T-Shirts featuring all graduates names, and Kukui Spirit Necklaces. Orders can be placed until 5:00 p.m. the evening before a ceremony takes place, and can be picked up at any of the flower tables conveniently located where all graduation ceremonies take place.
What to wear
How to wear your regalia.
A guide to dressing for ASU graduation ceremonies
The spotlight is on you!
Did you know a graduation cap is called a mortarboard? Wondering how, exactly, to wear that mortarboard? Curious how to show off that master’s degree hood that isn’t really a “hood?” Wondering what a “tam” is?
ASU regalia is required attire at all ASU and Fulton Schools graduation events , so follow the tips below to look your best!
What is regalia?
Regalia is an outer layer of special occasion clothing that consists of a cap, gown and any other special attire worn by a graduate at a graduation ceremony.
Regalia is required
An ASU cap and gown (regalia) is required attire for all graduates. Master’s and doctoral graduates need to have degree-specific regalia. Regalia is to be worn over your own clothing, which is also required.
Carry your regalia to the ceremony
Regalia may not be worn until after you pass through security. So carry it to your Convocation and other graduation events, then put it on after you go through security.
Where do I get my regalia?
There are lots of options for purchasing your cap and gown. We’ve made a handy guide with all the dates and locations , online and in person, where you can buy your regalia. Check it out!
Which degree did you earn?
Undergraduate.
Master’s
More regalia information
Want to know more? You can learn more about how to wear your cap, gown, stole, honor cords, hood, tam and more. You can even learn how to iron your gown to get the wrinkles out and look as sharp as you can for your big day!
Faculty regalia
How to rent or purchase faculty regalia
When will I need my regalia?
Each semester, Fulton Schools faculty participate in graduation ceremonies and occasionally other important ceremonies where they must wear regalia. If you have regalia from your doctoral institution, you are all set.
If you do not have regalia, ASU provides the opportunity to rent or purchase regalia at a discount each semester.
New security procedures for Spring 2024
All graduates, faculty and guests will go through security, including a bag check, when entering the arena.
Graduates and faculty must carry their gown when clearing security. Gowns may be put on after clearing security.
Please plan for lines at the security check and plan your arrival accordingly.
Banners and/or signs of any shape and size are not permitted inside of any ceremony venue.
Learn more about ceremony expectations.
Please carry your regalia into the ceremonies you attend and put it on after you go through security .
Rent regalia for Spring 2024
Early regalia rental — by march 28.
The deadline to rent regalia online is March 28, at 12:00 a.m. EST.
By renting early, you may rent regalia in the style of your conferring school.
Faculty can pick up on campus selected starting Monday April 29, 2024 . Look for futher instructions in your order email.
Late regalia rental — starting March 29
You may rent faculty regalia at the ASU Bookstore in Tempe.
The regalia will be ASU colors , not your conferring university’s colors.
You may rent regalia in person at the Tempe location up to the day of graduation.
Purchase regalia for Spring 2024
Deadline to order for Spring 2024: March 18, 2024 . Orders take approximately 6 weeks to process.
Standard black regalia
You may order standard black regalia at a discounted price using the forms below (not online). Return via email as directed.
- Bachelor’s regalia form
- Master’s regalia form
- PhD regalia form
Conferring institution regalia
You may purchase custom regalia in the colors which represent your conferring university from Herff Jones.
Discounts do not apply.
Fulton Schools graduation ceremonies
To compliment the ASU Commencement ceremonies, the Fulton Schools host two main events to celebrate our graduates each semester:
- Undergraduate Convocation
- Graduate Convocation
| A: Graduation regalia can be purchased online at www.herffjones.com/college/arizonastate until the deadline. A. Please click the Grad Fair Information link at www.herffjones.com/college/arizonastate for all Grad Fair dates and times. A: The bookstore will carry inventory of caps and gowns from Grad Fair until graduation. However, we do recommend purchasing your regalia earlier in the semester as sizes can run low once graduation nears. A: If you've missed the final deadline, you can still purchase your regalia through any local Sun Devil Campus Store. A: Unfortunately, you cannot wear the same gown for both degrees. The Masters level gown has an additional sleeve portion that denotes a higher-level degree has been obtained. A: ASU has degree color tassels for Master degrees. Masters students will have a degree color hood, as well. A: Students that purchase a Gradpack will receive a Ceremony Tassel and a Souvenir Tassel. The ceremony tassel will include the ASU Signet. The Souvenir Tassel is Maroon/Gold with a year date signet and is NOT meant to be worn to ceremony. A: Your graduation announcements are purchased directly online at www.herffjones.com/college/arizonastate. They will be shipped directly to your home address in approximately 2-3 weeks. A: Due to production standards, 25 announcements is smallest quantity that you can purchase in a set. A: Ceremony and Convocation times are listed on the University Commencement website. Please visit https://graduation.asu.edu to obtain the proper time of your ceremony. A: You can simply type in your degree or major instead of choosing a pre-loaded option from the drop-down menu. A: Yes, your announcement order will come with the appropriate amount of inner and outer envelopes. A: Yes, we have many students that send out announcements even if they cannot attend their ceremony. Keep in mind that announcements are not invitations to an event, however they are a great way to inform friends and family of all your academic achievements. A: All diploma frames purchased online through www.herffjones.com/college/arizonastate and through Framingsuccess.com will be shipped to your home address. A: All frames that are purchased at Grad Fair are distributed at the time of purchase. When you pick up your cap and gown, you should also make sure to pick up your frame as well. A: Yes. The frames for your Bachelor and Masters degree will hold the standard 8.5'' x 11'' diploma. Frames for Doctoral graduates will fit the standard 11" x 14" diploma. A: Yes, please visit www.framingsucess.com to view all of your customizable options. A: Standard production time of all rings is 6-8 weeks plus delivery. A: Many of our promotions are time sensitive, but please contact your local ring specialist to see if they are currently running any specials. A: Yes, we offer interest free payment plans on 4-month and 6-month installments. There are no extra charges to partake in a payment plan and your ring still follows the standard production timeline! A: Of course! We offer the option for backdating on every style of ring that we sell. A: Of course! Your ring has a lifetime warranty against any manufacturer's defects as well as re-sizing and refurbishing free of charge at any time. Simply contact Warranty Services at [email protected] or Toll Free at 1-800-451-3304 and they will arrange the return of your ring. A: Please visit one of our on-campus ring days or visit one of our Grad Fair days. We will have a ring specialist on hand to answer questions and take ring orders. These dates can be viewed by clicking the links on our ASU homepage at www.herffjones.com/college/arizonastate.
Frames provided by Framing Success, a Division of Herff Jones, Inc.
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Getting ready to graduate
Congratulations, graduate, below is a list of steps to help you with the process of preparing to graduate and answer any questions you might have.
If you have questions related to University Commencement of participating in graduation ceremonies, please contact University Ceremonies at [email protected] .
If you have questions about receiving your diploma, please contact the graduation office at [email protected] .
Confirm that you are ready to graduate
Undergraduate Students Review your degree audit (DARS) to ensure that you will be meeting degree requirements by your conferral date. You may request a degree audit via MyASU. Any issues or concerns should be directed to your academic advisor or department (the graduation office cannot make changes to your audit).
Graduate Students Review your iPOS via My ASU and contact your committee chair or department if you have questions about your eligibility to graduate.
Verify your name
Your name will appear on your diploma and in the commencement book as it is recorded in ASU’s Student System. Any name changes must be made through the Outgoing Transcripts Section of University Registrar Services. This includes lower/upper case corrections. Special characters may be noted on the Diploma Name form.
Check your address
Diplomas are mailed to the address on file with the university. If this address is incorrect, your diploma may not find you. It is your responsibility to keep your address updated. The posting of degrees begins shortly after the conferral date and generally diplomas arrive 4-6 weeks after the conferral date.
Get your graduation regalia
You will receive your diploma case at your college convocation, but here is what you need to get:
- Academic Regalia (Cap and Gown). Visit the Sun Devil Campus Stores for information about purchasing regalia for commencement activities.
- - Cum Laude (3.40 - 3.59 GPA)
- - Magna Cum Laude (3.60 - 3.79 GPA)
- - Summa Cum Laude (3.80 - 4.00 GPA)
Cords are for ceremonial purposes only and are awarded based on your current GPA at the time of your request. Honors designated on your diploma will reflect your final cumulative ASU GPA. Pick up honor cords at any University Registrar Services location .
ASU Online students who’ve earned honor cords will receive them via mail. They’ll be mailed automatically to eligible students.
Celebrate your achievement
Visit graduation.asu.edu for a complete schedule of commencement activities and further information about various college and cultural convocations.
Graduation FAQs
Are tickets required for graduation ceremonies.
Ceremonies held at Grady Gammage Auditorium will require a ticket. Ceremonies held at Wells Fargo Arena or other venues currently do not require tickets. Please check with the dean’s office of your college for details.
Can I come pick up my diploma?
No. Diplomas are printed and mailed by an outside vendor to the diploma address listed on your profile page on My ASU.
How do I RSVP?
Students will RSVP from a link on their My ASU page - go to My Programs and select the Graduation tab. You must apply to graduate and pay the application fee first. You will receive a confirmation via email after successfully submitting your response.
How long does it take for my degree to be posted to my transcript?
The majority of degrees are posted within 10-14 days of the degree conferral date.
What does conferral date mean?
This is the date recorded on your transcript signifying when your degree was officially recognized. All requirements must be met by this date. Dates are published in the University's Academic Calendar.
What if I graduate in summer?
There is a summer conferral date, but no ceremonies are held in the summer. Summer graduates will be recognized in the Fall commencement book and can choose to participate in either spring or fall ceremonies. Contact your college convocation coordinator for further information.
What is the difference between “walking” and graduating?
A graduating student is someone who has met all graduation requirements, whereas “walking” means a student who is participating in ceremonies but is not graduating yet. Diplomas are mailed and not given to students at either commencement or convocation. Students typically participate in the ceremonies that correspond to their graduation semester and students wishing to "walk" in a different ceremony should contact their college convocation coordinator for additional information.
When will I get my diploma?
Generally, diplomas arrive 6-8 weeks after the degree conferral date. You will get an email notification when your diploma has been mailed; for most, diplomas arrive about 2 weeks from this date. More information regarding diplomas can be found on our diploma page
Where can I find information about graduation ceremonies?
ASU hosts a number of graduation ceremonies each fall and spring semester. See University Ceremonies for details.
Why do I have to apply to graduate?
The graduation application notifies our office that it is time to evaluate your record to see if we can award your degree.
Why is my degree not posted to my transcript yet?
This could be a different answer for every person that asks, but each semester there is a considerable amount of end-of-term processing that must occur before degrees can be posted. To ensure that your degree gets posted as soon as possible, please review your DARS or iPOS and work with your advisor to make sure all requirements are marked as complete. The majority of degrees are posted within 10-14 days of the degree conferral date.
Why is there a fee to graduate?
It's common for universities to have a fee associated with graduation. The graduation fee pays for items such as the diploma, diploma case, honor cords, postage, mailers, etc.
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Graduation, Commencement, Convocation
Graduation is the action of completing your degree requirements. Commencement and Convocation are ceremonies to celebrate the accomplishment of graduation. Commencement is the university-wide celebration at which degrees are conferred upon graduating students by the president of Arizona State University. College and cultural convocations are a time for smaller groups to gather and celebrate students’ graduation. Convocation events are where your name is called and you will cross the stage to receive congratulations and a diploma cover. Ceremonies are held in May and December.
Spring 2024 ceremonies will take place the week of May 6, 2024. There will be options to watch live streamed ceremonies .
Graduate Commencement , Monday, May 6, 2024, 9:00am, Desert Financial Arena
Undergraduate Commencement , Monday, May 6, 2024, 7:30pm, Mountain America Stadium, Frank Kush Field
Herberger Institute Convocation , Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 9:00am, Desert Financial Arena
Ceremony Live Feed
Guests that are not able to attend in person they can watch a live feed of the ceremony by going to https://graduation.asu.edu/ceremonies/latest , scrolling to the Herberger Institute convocation and clicking on “View” on the far right side of the screen. A schedule of all ceremonies can be found at https://graduation.asu.edu/ceremonies/latest .
Graduate Check-in
All graduating students need to check in by 8:30 a.m. at the SE entrance of Mountain America Stadium (formerly Sun Devil Stadium) to get their reader card. Check in will open at 7:45 a.m. ONLY GRADUATES AND FACULTY WILL BE ALLOWED INTO THIS AREA. After checking in, Undergraduates, Masters, and their faculty hooders will proceed down the West Tunnel into Desert Financial Arena to pre-seat before the ceremony starts. Doctoral recipients will proceed to Carson Student Center to line up for processional.
Academic regalia will be required for this ceremony. Do not put on your gown until after you have passed through security in the arena. There are no secure locations to dress or store personal belongings. Avoid bringing any extra items with you beyond what you will need for the ceremony. Please be aware of the ASU Bag Policy .
Doctoral candidates will be directed to the appropriate gathering area when they check in. They will walk in as part of the processional, and must be in line by 8:40 a.m.
Masters candidates will need to meet up with their faculty hooder and then find their seat on the arena floor as indicated on their reader card acquired at check-in. DO NOT WEAR your hood. It will be put on you during the ceremony. You must be seated no later than 8:45 a.m. If you do not have a hooder, one of the faculty in attendance can hood you during the ceremony.
Bachelor degree candidates will be pre-seated by college in the arena as indicated on their reader card acquired at check-in. You must be seated no later than 8:45 a.m.
Student seats not filled by 8:45 a.m. will be released to the general public.
Volunteers will be available to help graduates find where they should be. Graduates should arrange to meet guests at a specified location outside of Desert Financial Arena after the ceremony concludes.
Prepare for heavy traffic coming to and around the venue. Plan your travel to the arena accordingly. Free parking is available in lots around the arena and in most parking areas on campuses the day of convocations. Parking information for Sun Devil Stadium and Desert Financial Arena, including disabled parking and shuttle service can be viewed at https://graduation.asu.edu/guests/parking . There will also be ADA parking available in Lot 59, on the Northeast and Southeast sides of the arena. There will be a couple of carts circling Lot 59, but there is no specific schedule and we cannot guarantee a specific arrival or departure time. A map of ADA parking and the Courtesy Shuttle for Desert Financial Arena can be found HERE . For more information please refer to the Parking & Transportation page on https://graduation.asu.edu/.
Accessibility Needs
Information on accessibility and inclusivity for graduates and guests can be viewed at https://graduation.asu.edu/guests/accessibility . There will be closed captioning and American Sign Language interpreters at the event.
ALL Graduates, faculty and guests will go through security, including a bag check, when entering the arena. Graduates and faculty must carry their gown when clearing security. Gowns may be put on after clearing security. Please plan for lines at the security check and plan your arrival accordingly .
All ASU Ceremonies adhere to the Clear Bag Policy . Please review this policy at clearbags.asu.edu . Banners and/or signs of any shape and size are not permitted inside of any ceremony venue. Graduates or guests not following this policy may be turned away at the doors to return items to their cars.
Arena Admission
Doors to Desert Financial will open at 8:00 am. Volunteers will be on site to assist in finding seats. NO TICKETS are required for Herberger Institute Convocation guests. The convocation ceremony is scheduled to last two hours. Graduates and guests should remain in the arena for the duration of the ceremony.
University commencement and convocation ceremonies are special events for all involved. Please show respect for everyone who has come to share in the experience. Individuals who engage in inappropriate or disruptive behavior will be removed from the event.
How to wear your cap and gown
Grad Images Photography
Grad Images Photography is the official photographer of ASU commencement events. There is a pre-registration system, which allows you to provide your email and mailing address information before the ceremony. You can also add information for family members. Pre-register now .
Flowers and Gifts
Arizona State University partners with The Commencement Group for our graduation ceremonies to provide special commemorative flowers and gift items for sale during commencement. These special gift items include T-Shirts featuring all graduates' names and Kukui Spirit Necklaces Students. Graduates and guests are encouraged to pre-order for pick up before the ceremony so they can wear their leis on stage and in pictures. Orders can be placed until 9pm the evening before a ceremony takes place.
Your Diploma
Diplomas are mailed approximately 10-12 weeks after the degree conferral date. Your diploma from ASU will include your name and the degree you have earned. The concentration is not included on your diploma, but is included on your transcript. For instance, students earning a Bachelor of Arts in Art degree with a concentration in Art History will receive a diploma that states, "Bachelor of Arts in Art" and students earning a Master of Music in Performance with a concentration in orchestral instruments will receive a diploma that states, "Master of Music in Performance." Your transcript will show your degree concentration which you also can list on your resume.
Diploma cover request
If you plan to attend an in-person event you will receive your diploma cover then. If you do not plan to attend an in-person event, please fill out the request form and let us know where you would like your diploma cover sent. Covers will be mailed out a few weeks after the graduation ceremonies.
Need more information?
Check your asu.edu email. ASU and the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts will use your asu.edu email address for all graduation and Convocation communications.
Visit the graduation section of the university registrar’s website for more information.
Visit the commencement FAQ page or email [email protected].
Steps to apply for graduation
Step 1: register for your final semester.
By now, you should have registered for your final semester.
Step 2: Check that you have completed all your degree requirements
- Undergraduates: Run your DARS Report to confirm that all requirements are met. If you encounter any discrepancies, make an appointment with a Herberger Institute academic advisor immediately. Summer graduates are eligible to walk in the spring commencement and convocation if they have 11 or fewer hours left to graduate; contact an advisor for more information about walking early.
- Graduates: As a graduate student in the ASU Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, there are certain steps you need to take that ensure a successful, on-time graduation. Please review details concerning the graduation process for ASU here: Graduation Deadlines and Procedures .
Step 3: Check your deadline
To apply for graduation, complete the graduation process by the appropriate deadline.
| If you are completing your degree in: | Your deadline is: |
| Fall | October 1 |
| Spring | February 15 |
| Summer | June 15 |
- You can apply to graduate online or in-person . To apply online, logon to your My ASU account and click the "Graduation" tab in the My Programs box. Click the "Apply for Graduation" link and follow the instructions on the screen. The graduation fee will be charged to your account. To apply in-person, go to the Student Services Building (SSV) and pay for graduation at the cashier's office. Complete the questionnaire the cashier gives you and take it to the graduation office on the first floor of the Student Services Building (SSV).
- You can apply for graduation the semester prior to or the semester of graduation, but be sure to apply before the deadline to avoid a late charge. The names of students who apply after the deadline will not appear in the ASU commencement program. Note the deadline dates listed on the university calendar . The graduation office will check your DARS report or program of study to make sure that you have completed the requirements for your degree. Undergraduates who will graduate in the summer are eligible to "walk" in spring commencement and convocation if they have 11 or fewer hours left to graduate, but they will not receive their diplomas until all degree requirements have been completed. Students who will "walk" in the spring convocation ceremony but finish their requirements in the summer must apply for a summer graduation and notify their advisor in the Office of Student Success that they plan to participate in the spring ceremony.
- Order your cap, gown and invitations through the ASU Bookstore. More information .
Step 4: Register to attend convocation
All students that have applied for Spring or Summer 2024 graduation will be included. Graduates will submit a single registration for the college and special interest convocation events through the RSVP button on your MyASU. The RSVP system will be open until mid-April. Check your asu.edu email for updates.
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The College Convocation - Spring 2024
Thursday, may 9, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. - maroon ceremony, friday, may 10, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. - gold ceremony, mountain america stadium 500 e veterans way, tempe, az 85287.
The College's Spring Convocation will be split into two ceremonies: Maroon Ceremony on Thursday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m. and Gold Ceremony on Friday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. The ceremonies will be split by academic unit to divide the number of graduating students as evenly as possible. Once the RSVP portal opens for spring ceremonies (scheduled for late February), graduates will only be able to register for the ceremony to which their academic unit has been assigned. Students who are graduating with multiple degrees from The College whose degrees are represented in the different ceremonies will have the option to RSVP to both ceremonies or can choose to attend just one, during which they will be recognized for all of their degrees. All graduating students will be individually recognized as they walk across the stage and receive their diploma cover.
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To participate in this ceremony, you must:
1. File your graduation application by the February 15 deadline. Visit http://students.asu.edu/graduation-apply for more information about applying for graduation.
2. RSVP for the ceremony via myASU. An RSVP link will be made available to you on your myASU page, under the graduation tab, only after you have filed your graduation application and the RSVP system opens. The RSVP system for Spring 2024 ceremonies will open during the week of February 26. The deadline to register is Monday, April 15 at 11:59 p.m.
3. Purchase an ASU cap and gown. You can order your academic regalia online here . The ASU Grad Fair will run online from Friday, February 9 at 8 a.m. MST until Friday, March 1 at 8 p.m. MST. During this time, students will be able to purchase graduation packages at a discounted price.
Ceremony information for graduating students
- Tickets are NOT necessary for graduates or guests.
- Graduates are required to stay seated in the student section for the duration of the ceremony.
- Sun Devil Stadium observes ASU’s clear bag policy . View the policy and a list of both allowed and prohibited items here . Please note that umbrellas are not permitted . In the event of rain, graduates may bring a poncho.
- Check-in: Check-in is from 6-7:15 p.m. Graduating students must enter through the southeast gates of Sun Devil Stadium. Check-in is located under the south bleachers, just inside the southeast gates. Follow the signs to find your check-in location based on the first letter of your last name. Pick up your “Reader Card” at the check-in table and proceed through the tunnels to the field. The Reader Card is used to identify you when you cross the stage to receive your diploma cover.
- Late check-in: If you arrive after 7:15 p.m., you will not be able to get your Reader Card and your name will not be called during the ceremony. If you show up after the ceremony has started, you are not guaranteed a seat.
- Seating arrangements: Graduating student seating is not alphabetical or by major/degree – you get to sit with your friends in the student section.
- Graduates with ADA needs: If you, the graduate, will require special accommodations during the ceremony, please indicate your needs on the RSVP form, which you can access from your myASU page.
- Cap and gown: You must wear your cap and gown throughout the ceremony. You can order your cap and gown here until 11:59 p.m. on April 8. After this date, you will only be able to purchase graduation regalia through the campus bookstore . Click here to learn how to wear the undergraduate cap and gown and here for the graduate regalia. At Convocation, you will wear your tassel on the left as you will have officially graduated on Monday, May 6 at University Commencement.
- Honors cords will not be available at the ceremony. If you qualify for honors cords (undergraduates with a GPA of 3.4 or higher), you can pick up those cords at the University Registrar’s Office . ASU Online students who have earned honor cords will receive them via mail. They will be mailed automatically to eligible students based on the requirements listed here .
- Diplomas: If your university academic requirements are met, you will receive your diploma in the mail. Diplomas are mailed approximately eight weeks after the degree conferral date. Graduates will receive an email notification via their ASU email account when their diploma has been mailed. Diplomas are mailed to the student's diploma mailing address, which can be viewed and updated from My ASU . For more information, visit students.asu.edu/diploma .
Information for guests
- Sun Devil Stadium gates will open at 6 p.m. The guest entrance is through the northeast stadium entrance and through the Student Athlete Facility (SAF) gates on the north end of the stadium.
- Parking: During the ceremony, parking is free in Lot 59 and several other parking locations on the north side of campus. You can review additional parking details here . Rideshare drop-off and pick-up are located in Lot 59.
- Accessibility: ADA parking is available in Lot 59 outside the northeast and Student Athlete Facility stadium gates. This can be accessed by entering the lot from Rio Salado Parkway. Elevator access to the main concourse (guest seating only) is available at the Student Athlete Facility (SAF) and southeast gates. For more information about guest accommodation, please visit: graduation.asu.edu/guests/disability .
- There is a significant amount of construction on Packard Drive that will cause traffic delays around the stadium. Please plan your travel time accordingly.
- Concession stands will be open for guests on the main concourse.
- Guests are not permitted on the field before, during or after the ceremony.
Additional resources
- The Convocation livestream
- Graduation social media toolkit
- For dual graduates: All ASU graduation ceremonies
- ASU graduation FAQ
If you have additional questions about the ceremony, please email [email protected] .
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Desert Financial Arena, Tempe, AZ
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Spring 2024 ceremonies
New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences Convocation Mark the date on your calendar! Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 2 p.m. MST (Arizona time) Desert Financial Arena , Tempe campus, Arizona State University Doors open at 1 p.m.
Congratulations, Class of 2024! We look forward to honoring you in person this semester.
Friends, family members and other guests are welcome to attend the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences Convocation, and tickets are not required. Guests who are unable to attend in person can view the ceremony via live stream during the ceremony time.
Note: Graduate names will not be announced during New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences Convocation unless the graduate registers and attends the ceremony.
Keynote speaker
The keynote speaker for this year's spring convocation is Sharma Torrens. An Arizona native and almuna of the ASU West Valley campus. Sharma owns her own company and consults for three nonprofits, including the White Tank Mountains Conservancy where she serves as the Executive Director. With a background in civil litigation, wildlife biology, and community leadership, Sharma brings a wealth of experience to her role as a keynote speaker.
Arizona State University Commencement
The ASU Undergraduate and graduate Commencement ceremonies will take place Monday, May 6, 2024. Please check graduation.asu.edu for updates and details about additional ceremonies you are invited to attend.
Check your asu.edu email
ASU and the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences will use your asu.edu email address for all graduation and Convocation communications.
Steps for graduation and convocation
Now that you have applied for graduation, here is how you can enjoy the ceremonies to the fullest.
Register for the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences Convocation.
In order to participate in Convocation, we require all graduates to register for the ceremony. There is no cost to register.
Even if you do not plan on attending, we strongly encourage you to register in case you — or your family and friends — change your mind about participating.
Registration opens on Monday, February 26, 2024 and closes on Monday, April 15, 2024 .
Order your cap and gown.
Order your cap and gown through the Online Grad Fair by Friday, March 1, 2024 at 9:00 p.m. MST. After this deadline, all four campus bookstores will have regalia available for purchase until the day of Commencement.
Remember: Graduates must be wearing ASU regalia in order to participate in graduation ceremonies.
For details on how you will wear your cap and gown, visit our FAQ page with more information.
Stay up to date.
Check this webpage throughout the spring semester and monitor your asu.edu email for information regarding Commencement and Convocation.
Invite family, friends and guests to the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences Convocation.
Refer guests to this page for additional details about the event. The ASU Bag Policy applies to all guests in addition to graduates.
Ensure a safe and enjoyable convocation experience
As a university event, convocation is intended to honor everyone involved. Please show respect to all who have come to share in the experience. Inappropriate or disruptive behavior will result in removal from the event. No banners, flags, or signs of any shape or size are permitted inside the ceremony venue. We appreciate your adherence to university policy and making this special day enjoyable for everyone.
For questions about the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences Convocation, please contact [email protected] .
For questions about ASU Commencement, please contact [email protected] .
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PhD and other Professional doctoral graduates will be announced at University Graduate Commencement. Please arrive no later than 7:30 a.m. at the southeast concourse of Mountain America Stadium, located west of Desert Financial Arena. You will check in and receive your name card (you must receive a name card in order to process and have your ...
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ASU regalia is required attire at all ASU and Fulton Schools graduation events, ... Master's and doctoral graduates need to have degree-specific regalia. Regalia is to be worn over your own clothing, which is also required. Carry your regalia to the ceremony. Regalia may not be worn until after you pass through security. So carry it to your ...
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If you have any inquiries regarding master's students graduating With Distinction, please contact [email protected] or call 480-727-2984. For inquiries about ceremonies or Commencement activities, please visit https://graduation.asu.edu/contact. For inquiries about degree conferral or diplomas, please email [email protected] or call 480-965-3256.
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For dual graduates: All ASU graduation ceremonies. ASU graduation FAQ. If you have additional questions about the ceremony, please email [email protected]. The College Convocation - Spring 2024 Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. - Maroon Ceremony Friday, May 10, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. - Gold Ceremony Mountain America Stadium.
New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences Convocation. Mark the date on your calendar! Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 2 p.m. MST (Arizona time) Desert Financial Arena, Tempe campus, Arizona State University. Doors open at 1 p.m. Congratulations, Class of 2024! We look forward to honoring you in person this semester.
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