Winter Commencement for undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students will take place at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 14, at the . Live streams will be available.

Champagne Toast

Graduates, family, and friends are invited to attend a Commencement Champagne Toast for graduating students. Champagne and non-alcoholic sparkling cider will be available. IUP graduates will receive an IUP Alumni champagne flute, while supplies last. Hosted by the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement.

Saturday, December 14

    • 11:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

A community communication event has been set up for winter commencement to provide students, families, and guests with general reminders, inclement weather advisories, parking updates, or emergency information. To opt in to this system, please text IUPDECGRAD24 to 888-777.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about the Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony

Graduation Checklist

Here’s a handy checklist of things you need to know and do before leaving IUP.

Honors Graduates

Honors medallions for first baccalaureate graduates who have attained a 3.25 or higher cumulative GPA before the last term completed.

Complete the Commencement Line-up Card

How to ensure that your name will be called during the ceremony

How to Apply for Graduation

Undergraduate students apply for graduation through MyIUP. Students must apply for graduation before they can complete the Commencement Line-up Card for the Undergraduate University Commencement Ceremony.

Day-of Instructions

Instructions for the day of the undergraduate commencement ceremonies