Commencement

No, there is no guest limit. Graduates may bring as many guests as they like, but please note that seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Graduates and guests are not required to RSVP.

The SHS convocation will not be live streamed. We encourage all graduates and their guests to celebrate in person with us.

Regalia is traditionally worn during commencement, and we do encourage students to wear it.

Regalia can be purchased through the University Co-op. The Co-op also offers announcements and other graduation items.

Tickets are required for graduates and guest attending the University-Wide Commencement Ceremony. For further information, please see the university-wide commencement website.

*The University-Wide Commencement Ceremony is hosted by UT Austin President Jay Hartzell and brings together graduates from all 18
degree-granting colleges and schools at the university. It is a separate event from the SHS commencement ceremony and, as each graduating class includes approximately 14,000 graduates, it is not possible to recognize students individually at this ceremony.

Graduates should arrive no later than 1:30 pm. Please refer to the SHS Commencement page to find additional details.

Doors will open for guests 45 minutes before the scheduled start time.

Yes, the University provides an interpreter for all ceremonies.

They are voted on by their peers. The Academic Advisor sends out an email calling for nominations and then the students vote.

They are voted on by their peers. The Assistant Dean sends out an email calling for nominations and then the students vote.