Commencement
Towson University holds Commencement ceremonies in May and December to celebrate graduates and their accomplishments.
The Office of the Provost hosts six ceremonies each spring and three ceremonies each winter to celebrate bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral candidates who have completed all of their degree requirements.
All ceremonies are held in TU Arena.
Spring ceremonies
Wednesday, May 22
The College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. and the Fisher College of Science and Mathematics (FCSM) ceremony will be held at 3 p.m.
Undergraduate candidates for graduation
Doctoral and master’s candidates for graduation
TU alumni worldwide
Ceremony Day
Explore all the resources you need to navigate the commencement ceremony like:
- parking and tickets
- guest resources and accessible services
- emergency resources
Inclement Weather Notice
Although ceremonies are held indoors, if severe weather is in the forecast, university administrators may postpone the ceremony. In the case of postponement, the university will make every effort to reschedule the ceremony in as close proximity to the original date as possible.
Weather-related announcements will appear on TU’s social media accounts and this website.
Resources for Graduates and Guests
Get all the details in one spot
Download the Commencement guide for information about when to make restaurant reservations after the ceremony, flower and gift vendors, programs, tassels, tickets, accessibility and more.
Get the appCommitment to inclusion
At Towson University, we are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they belong. During Commencement, we’ve aimed to create an environment where every person can enjoy this special day. We offer sensory-friendly viewing locations, volunteers who speak multiple languages, and more because we believe that all experiences matter.
Campus Mobility Guide Ceremony Day Accessibility Information Sensory-Friendly Viewing Location Request Form Visitor Disability Accommodation Request
Contact Information
Office of the Provost
Administration Building, Room 311
Hours
Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: 410-704-4498
Email: commencement@towson.edu