Fall 2025 Commencement Information

Fall 2025 Commencement Information

You are receiving this message because our records show that you have submitted an RSVP for a fall 2025 commencement ceremony.

Congratulations — commencement is just around the corner! Please review the following details and complete all required steps as soon as possible to make sure you are ready to celebrate.

Order Your Regalia Now

The Herff Jones online ordering portal is open. Limited quantities of regalia are available at the Iowa Hawk Shop and University Bookstore in the Iowa Memorial Union.

Order Deadlines

  • Nov. 23 – Last day to order online for home delivery (shipping fees apply).

All graduates must have their regalia before the ceremony. Regalia will not be available for purchase or rental at ceremonies.

Need Help Ordering?

Graduation Support Program

The Dean of Students Graduation Support Program provides financial assistance to undergraduate, graduate, and professional students facing financial hardship. This support ensures that all students, regardless of financial circumstances, can take part in commencement ceremonies.

For eligibility details and application information, visit the Dean of Students website.

Make Sure Your Name Appears in the Commencement Program

The University of Iowa Commencement Program lists degree candidates by degree type within each college.

  • Inclusion in the program does not verify degree completion and is not tied to ceremony participation.
  • Students earning degrees in summer and fall appear in the fall program, even if they participate in a spring ceremony.
  • Applying for a degree after the application deadline may result in exclusion from the commencement program.
  • Students with directory restrictions in MyUI may also be excluded.

Action Required: Review your directory restriction settings in MyUI before Monday, Nov. 17, 2025.

If you have a directory restriction in place, your name will not appear in the printed or online program—even if you are participating in a ceremony.

Ceremony Details — Know Before You Go

Ceremony Venues

Fall 2025 ceremonies will be held at the following venues. Visit your venue page for information on parking, prohibited items, entrances, and accessibility.  

Note: Carver-Hawkeye Arena ceremonies will adhere to a clear bag policy.

Livestream Details

All ceremonies will be livestreamed with captions on the University of Iowa YouTube channel.

Commemorative Slides

  • Submit your photo for your commemorative slide in MyUI by Monday, Dec. 8, 2025.
  • Slides are for personal keepsakes and will not be displayed during in-person ceremonies.

Guest Information

We are Excited to Celebrate You!

You have worked hard to reach this moment—make sure every detail is set so you can enjoy your day.

If you have any questions, email the UI Commencement Team from your university email account. 
The University of Iowa

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the collegiate commencement coordinator of your ceremony in advance.