Mark your calendar! It’s not too early to plan ahead for next spring’s commencement.
Apply for Your Degree
If you haven’t already applied for your degree, make sure you apply online as soon as possible.
Apply for graduation on DuckWeb for undergraduate students, and GradWeb for graduate students. For spring term, undergraduate student applications are due by April 30, 2023; graduate student applications are due by April 14, 2023.
Get Your Cap, Gown, and More
Visit the Duck Store to purchase your cap, gown, announcements, and other memorabilia. Check in with commencement staff if you need any special accommodations to fully participate in events.
Invite Family and Friends
Find out if there are any special requests that need to be made to help your guests get around campus on graduation day.
Find Your Ceremonies
Plan to participate in the University Commencement Ceremony. Check with your academic major department for instructions on how to participate in the ceremony for your school or college.
UO Commencement is a Substance-Free Event
To ensure a positive experience for graduates, their guests, and the university community, UO commencement is a substance-free event except for formal receptions, where alcohol is served in OLCC-regulated locations. This includes all activities, and applies to indoor and outdoor venues, including the main University Commencement Ceremony in Autzen Stadium and individual school and college ceremonies.
Students found in possession of prohibited substances could be subject to sanctions including, but not limited to, confiscation of the substance(s), being denied access to commencement activities, or notification to law enforcement regarding illegal substances.