Commencement ceremonies
Penn State Brandywine is planning to hold in-person commencement ceremonies to celebrate our 2023-2024 graduates and the completion of their academic journey. Commencement ceremonies are momentous occasions for our students, their families, and our University community.
Date, time and location
Commencement ceremonies will be held on Saturday, May 4 at 10:30 a.m. in the Commons/Athletic Center.
Graduates should arrive on campus by 9:15 a.m. to check in for the 10:30 a.m. commencement ceremony. Check-in will be in the Lower Student Union, Rooms 114-117. A student/faculty reception with tea and coffee will begin at 9:30 a.m.
Graduates should bring their cap and gown.
The campus bookstore will also be open on Saturday.
Guests
Each graduate may invite six guests to attend the in-person graduation ceremony.
Guests may begin checking in at 10 a.m. for the 10:30 a.m. ceremony.
Join Us Virtually
The ceremony will also be livestreamed so additional family and friends will be able to view it remotely.
Parking
Parking will be accessed through the 352 entrance to the campus. Once you have entered, take a left at the bus circle.
Accessible Parking
Accessible parking will be accessed through the 352 entrance to the campus. Once you have entered, take a right at the bus circle, and follow the campus road. Accessible parking will be on the left, behind the Commons/Athletic Center.
For additional details, view the Commencement Map online.
Attire
Students should be wearing proper attire beneath their robes. Appropriate attire includes button down shirt or golf shirts, black pants, and/or a dress.