Commencement ceremonies
Commencement ceremonies are momentous occasions for our students, their families, and our University community. In May 2026, Penn State Brandywine will hold one in-person commencement ceremony to celebrate our Summer and Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 graduates and the completion of their academic journey.
Date, time and location
Commencement ceremonies will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10 a.m. in the Commons/Athletic Center.
Graduates should arrive on campus by 8:45 a.m. to check in for the 10 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 a.m.
Graduates should bring their cap and gown.
The campus bookstore will also be open on Saturday.
Guests
Graduates may invite guests to attend the in-person graduation ceremony. Graduates will be provided with tickets in advance of the ceremony.
Guests may begin checking in at 9:30 a.m. for the 10 a.m. ceremony.
Join Us Virtually
Livestream link will be provided so additional family and friends will be able to view it remotely.
Parking
Enter the campus through the main entrance at the traffic light on Route 352. Turn left at the first stop sign and turn left again into the main campus parking lot.
Accessible Parking
For accessible parking, enter the campus through the main entrance at the traffic light on Route 352. Turn right at the first stop sign and follow the campus road to the first left. Limited accessible parking is available behind the Commons/Athletic Center. For additional accessible parking, after turning at the main campus entrance, turn left at the first stop sign, turn left at the first opening to the main parking lot and turn left for accessible parking.
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.
Contact [email protected] with any questions.