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Celebrate with us Commencement

Commencement marks the beginning of a series of jubilant celebrations for University of Tulsa graduates, and we’re eagerly looking forward to joining in the festivities with all of you. Explore the schedule of events, ceremonies, and additional details to honor our exceptional graduates. Join us for our in-person commencement events, hosted at the Donald W. Reynolds Center.

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Graduation Ceremonies

  • Graduate students
  • Law Students
  • Undergraduate Students
    • May 16, 2025, 2 p.m.

      Our esteemed graduate students, both master’s and doctoral, will be recognized at 2 p.m. (Central) Friday, May 16, 2025, in the Donald W. Reynolds Center. Doors open 12:30 p.m.

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    • May 16, 2025, 6 p.m.

      The College of Law Hooding Ceremony will be held at 6 p.m. (Central) Friday, May 16, 2025, in the Donald W. Reynolds Center. Doors open 5:00 p.m.

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    • May 17, 2025, 10 a.m.

      Get ready to celebrate as the entire undergraduate class walks proudly at the commencement ceremony. Join us at 10 a.m. (Central) Saturday, May 17, 2025, in the Donald W. Reynolds Center. Doors open at 8:30 a.m.

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    UTulsa Tradition: The Final Bell

    Dating back more than a half-century, this tradition holds a special place in UTulsa's history. The Final Bell Party and Bell Ringing brings graduates and their families together in celebration as they ring the Kendall Bell. Hosted by the TU Alumni Association, this festive event kicks off midday on Friday, May 16, 2025 at Bayless Plaza followed by a champagne toast. All graduates, along with their friends and families, are warmly invited to join in this memorable occasion.

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    Photograph of a TU student wearing regalia at a commencement ceremony.Regalia

    Graduates must have the appropriate regalia to participate in the spring commencement or spring law hooding ceremonies. Cords, stoles, pins, medals, and other regalia worn at the commencement ceremony are issued by the various organizations of which the graduate is a member. The University of Tulsa issues academic honors cords to undergraduate graduates who earn a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

    Order regalia: Visit the Oak Hall ordering website to order your cap and gown and have it shipped directly to you. Online ordering for May 2025 will close April 17.

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