Undergraduate commencement ceremonies take place on Saturday, May 6, beginning at 9:00 a.m. (Kopchick College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics and College of Health and Human Services) and 2:00 p.m. (Eberly College of Business, College of Education and Communications, College of Arts and Humanities, and University College) at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex.

A video livestream of all the ceremonies will be provided for additional family and friends to be part of the graduation event.

  • Graduating students should arrive at the KCAC at least one hour before the ceremony start time.

  • Doors open for family and friends one-and-a-half hours before each ceremony's start time.

  • Graduating seniors will follow directional signage and use the dedicated, graduates-only entrance #21 located on the west/stadium side of the Kovalchick Complex.

  • Upon arrival, you will be guided to the PNC room.

  • Arrive prepared, wearing your commencement apparel (cap, gown, tassel, medallion, cords, etc.).

  • Here are travel directions.

  • Parking is available at the KCAC at no charge.

  • A professional photography company will take pictures. They will contact you by your IUP email following the ceremony. 

  • A video livestream of all of the ceremonies will be provided for additional family and friends to be part of the graduation event.

Celebration Toast

Graduates, family, and friends are invited to attend a Celebration Toast between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. at the Alumni Center in Breezedale. Be sure to keep an eye on your IUP inbox for your invitation to the Celebration Toast. Champagne and non-alcoholic sparkling cider will be available. IUP graduates will receive an IUP Alumni champagne flute, while supplies last. Registration is required.

A community communication event has been set up for spring 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 IUPMAYGRAD23 to 888-777.