AT THE FINISH
Graduation/Commencement
As you near completion of your time at Mercer, here – in one place – is full information on requirements to qualify as an °®½´ÊÓƵ graduate as well as details about the much anticipated event celebrating your accomplishment.
First
Ready to be an
°®½´ÊÓƵ GRADUATE?
- What you need to know
- What you need to do
Do you qualify?
find out here
- Graduation Process
- Graduation Eligibility
- Student Graduation Checklist
- Student Responsibilities
- Course Waivers/Substitutions
- Deadlines for Demographic Changes
- Your Diploma
- Ordering Instructions and Name Appearing on Your Diploma
- Address for Physical Diploma Mailing
- Replacement/Duplicate Diplomas
Next
Attending
COMMENCEMENT
Ceremony
Thursday, May 14, 2026
- Complete information for graduates and guests
- Preparing For
- Attend Grad Fest
- Pick Up Attire (cap, gown, tassel, hood)
- Inviting Guests (tickets required)
- What to Wear, and Tips for Wearing Your Graduation Attire
- Attend Grad Fest
- Attending
- When and Where
- Entry Ticket or ID Required for All
- Parking
- What NOT to Bring
- When and Where to Assemble
- Accommodations for Special Needs
- Livestream Viewing
- Program / Participation
- Commencement Program Booklet
- Student Speaker
- Honorary Speaker
- Processional and Recessional
- Individual Graduate Photos, on Stage
- Celebrations
- Receiving Your Diploma
- Additional Graduation-Related Ceremonies