Commencement is the formal ceremony that is held to recognize and honor degree candidates for graduation. These graduation ceremonies celebrate the traditional observances that accompany one of the highest rewards of academic achievement. Please go to the Programs & Eligibility page for participation criteria, ceremony programs, and common FAQs.
Pre-commencement activities and graduation ceremonies are outlined below. In addition, please review Regalia & Tickets, Arrival Instructions, and other related links on this site. For hotel and lodging options, we recommend goprovidence.com (because rooms can book quickly, we suggest making reservations as early as possible).
2025 Senior Week
Tuesday, April 29 to Thursday, May 1 @ Level99 Gameplay, Ichigo Ichie Hibachi Night & Boston Harbor Cruise
2025 Pre-Commencement Senior Toast
3-4:30pm @ The Wildcat Center on Friday, May 2
2025 Graduate Studies Commencement
9am @ Amica Mutual Pavilion on Saturday, May 3
2025 Undergraduate Commencement
1pm @ Amica Mutual Pavilion on Saturday, May 3