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Send an email
Email: graduation@acu.edu
Call the Registrar’s Office
Phone: 325-674-2236
Financial Aid Arrangements
Students with federal loans who have not completed an exit interview must do so by visiting www.studentloans.gov. You will be required to enter your FAFSA PIN.
Questions may be directed to Wildcat Central
Phone: 325-674-2300 or 888-588-6083.
Diplomas
The name and mailing address on the Application for Graduation will be used for the Commencement program and to print and mail diplomas. Therefore, you MUST fill out the Application for Graduation.
You will receive only a ceremonial diploma tube at Commencement.
If the address to which you want your diploma mailed (within two months following Commencement) has changed, it is your responsibility to inform the Registrar’s Office by emailing graduation@acu.edu.
Changing your address through the campus post office will not change your diploma address.
Invitations
You may order invitations by visiting the ACU Campus Store (Campus Map).
For the Commencement Ceremony
- Candidates should report to the check-in tables in the lobby of the Money Recreation and Wellness Center by 6pm on Friday, December 15. You will receive an email prior to rehearsal indicating which line you will be in.
- You should arrive wearing your hat, robe and hood.
- Do not bring other personal items with you to the Money Recreation and Wellness Center – they will not be secured and you may not carry them with you in the ceremony.
- You will have the opportunity to address concerns about the accurate pronunciation of your name.
- If you will require accommodations due to physical limitations, notify the Office of the Registrar by email at graduation@acu.edu.
- Children may not be involved in Commencement and they may not be in the check-in line or in the ceremony with the graduate.
Dress and Regalia
Men
- Suit coats are not required, but ties should be worn.
- Dark slacks, dark socks, and dark shoes are considered appropriate apparel for academic regalia occasions.
Ladies
- Dark clothing (either blouses and skirts or dresses) should be worn under the black robes.
- Light colors of clothing should be worn under the white robes.
ALL graduates
- No flowers are to be worn or carried.
- According to traditions of academic regalia, no jewelry or non-academic accessories should be worn on the outside of the robe; no accessories or decor on the cap.
- The only honors designation for graduate students is membership in the Alpha Chi National Honor Society which is designated by an honor cord – no other stoles or cords should be worn with the regalia.
Guests
- Sunday dress or business casual is the most appropriate attire for guests.
Purchasing Regalia
Master’s Degree
If you are earning a master’s degree, please order your regalia (cap, hood and gown) using the ACU Marketplace. You will have the option to pick up your order at the Campus Store or have it shipped to you. When your order is ready for pickup or shipping, you will receive an email from the Campus Store. You may pick up your order any time between now and December 15. The Campus Store’s regular hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Doctoral Degree
If you are a doctoral student, you will place your order online with Oak Hall. Your order must be placed with them by October 13, 2023.
If you have any questions about ordering regalia, you may contact the ACU Campus Store at 325-674-2524.
Photography
During the ceremony, each graduate will walk across the stage and receive a ceremonial diploma tube. Your photograph will be taken at this point by a professional photographer from GradTrack Graduation Images.
- You will receive a free passport-sized digital proof of this photo on an order card within 5-7 days following the ceremony.
- After the ceremony you may order online at www.gradimages.com.
- Pre-register by visiting www.gradimages.com and clicking on Pre-Event Registration.
Since this service is provided by the university, all family members and guests are asked to remain in their seats during the entire ceremony. Under no circumstances will anyone other than the professional photographer be allowed on the platform or on the floor of Moody Coliseum to take pictures. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
There is wheelchair accessible seating available on the mezzanine and floor levels of Moody Coliseum. This seating is available on a first come, first served basis.
Handicapped Parking
The parking lot directly north of Moody Coliseum (located at B2 on the ACU Campus Map) will be reserved for special-needs guests with appropriate vehicle license plates or placards. This parking will be available on a first-come-first-served basis.
Commencement Livestream
For family and friends who are unable to attend the ceremony in person, we will be livestreaming the Commencement ceremony.
MAY 2023 Graduate COMMENCEMENT
For further assistance, please call the Registrar’s Office at 325-674-2236 or email graduation@acu.edu.
Need assistance?
Send an email
graduation@acu.edu
Call the Registrar’s Office
325-674-2236