Undergraduate and Graduate students will participate in Commencement in the newly renovated Moody Coliseum, as reflected in this table:
| Graduates Check-in | Commencement Ceremony | |
|---|---|---|
| Students earning graduate degrees from all colleges | Friday, December 16 6:30 pm |
Friday, December 16 7:30 pm |
Join the celebration and watch the livestream.
Send an email
graduation@acu.edu
Call the Registrar’s Office
325-674-2236
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 at 325-674-2300 or 888-588-6083.
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 be receiving 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.
You may order invitations by visiting the ACU Campus Store (Campus Map).
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.
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.
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.
Sunday dress or business casual is the most appropriate attire for guests.
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 16. The Campus Store’s regular hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
If you are a doctoral student, you will place your order online with Oak Hall. Your order must be placed with them by October 16, 2022.
If you have any questions about ordering regalia, you may contact the ACU Campus Store at 325-674-2524.
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; to pre-register please visit www.gradimages.com and click 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.
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.
The parking lot directly north of Wildcat Stadium (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.
For family and friends who are unable to attend the ceremony in person, we will be livestreaming the Commencement ceremony.
DECEMBER 16, 7:30 P.M. COMMENCEMENT
For further assistance, please call the Registrar’s Office at 325-674-2236 or email graduation@acu.edu.
Send an email
graduation@acu.edu
Call the Registrar’s Office
325-674-2236
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