Spring 2026 Commencement Information

Spring 2026 Commencement Information

You are receiving this message because our records show that you have submitted an RSVP for a spring 2026 commencement ceremony.

Congratulations! Welcome to spring 2026 commencement! We are excited to celebrate with you and your guests at the upcoming ceremonies.

Tickets are not required, and seating is not limited for any spring 2026 collegiate commencement ceremony. 

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Regalia Ordering Options

Please make sure you have your regalia before your ceremony. Regalia will not be available for purchase or rental the venue.

Visit the regalia page on the commencement website for details. The Iowa Hawk Shop and University Bookstore has regalia in stock and is ready to help you get what you need!

Regalia Questions

Commencement Program Information

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 will be excluded.
  • The online program will be published during commencement week in the Programs section of the commencement website.

Venues and Livestream Information

Ceremony Venues

Commencement ceremonies will be held at Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Hancher Auditorium.

For details on location, parking, venue entrances, prohibited items, and accessibility services, please visit the individual venue pages:

Note: Carver-Hawkeye Arena ceremonies will adhere to a clear bag policy. Carver is not air-conditioned; please plan accordingly. Please share this information with your guests.

Livestream Details

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

  • Access through your ceremony’s “Livestream” section.
  • Degrees will be conferred, and graduates who RSVP’d "I plan to participate" will be individually recognized.
  • Streams will remain available for viewing after the event.

Guest Information

Questions?

Email the UI Commencement Team from your university account. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
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.