1. Make sure you are eligible

Check the eligibility page for all degree requirements, and work with your advisor. Attending a ceremony does not mean you have graduated – only meeting all requirements will guarantee your official degree completion. 

2. Get your regalia from the Campus Store

Although you can purchase regalia and all other graduation gear year-round at the Campus Store, GradFest is your one-stop destination for graduation essentials, from robes to stoles to announcements and more. Candidates are required to wear regalia at Commencement.

3. RSVP for your graduation ceremonies

2026 Commencement is the university-wide ceremony on Friday, May 15 at 7:30 pm in Arizona Stadium, but there are many ceremonies for you to attend, from college and department level to interest groups and clubs.

Keep an eye on your university email for your official invitation to the Commencement ceremony. Generally, this email goes out mid-March. For questions about RSVPing, please contact us at commencement@arizona.edu.

Each college or department convocation or ceremony is different, many of which call graduating students by name while they cross the stage. Again, look for official invitations in your university email, and visit our graduation ceremonies page for more information.

4. Bear Down, Give Back

A small gift can make a huge difference to the Wildcats coming up after you have successfully graduated. Make your Class Gift to celebrate graduation and leave your legacy! The best part: you decide where the money goes. You can make your gift any time before Commencement. Check back in Spring 2026 to make your gift.

5. Celebrate Your Achievement!

Don’t forget to come to the best and brightest graduation festivities in town. Let us celebrate you on Friday, May 15, 7:30 p.m. in Arizona Stadium, and check out all the other graduation ceremonies here.

6. Receive your diploma

Diplomas are sent via U.S. Mail approximately 2-3 weeks after your degree is posted, so be sure your mailing address is correct in UAccess. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of the Registrar.

7. Stay Connected

Join the Bear Down Network to connect with Arizona alumni, or find your local alumni chapter for recommendations on getting involved in your local community, and, of course, watching the Wildcats with fellow fans! Come back for Homecoming, performances, games, and be a Wildcat for Life!