University Commencement

Celebrating Wolfpack Graduates

Welcome to University Commencement at NC State University! This website provides information to keep students, faculty, and guests up-to-date about the University Commencement ceremony, including details about deadlines, regalia, ceremony information, and more!

Fall Commencement Ceremony
Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 9 a.m. in PNC Arena

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News & updates

Commencement Speaker

Debbie Antonelli, a two-time Emmy Award-winning basketball analyst and NC State alumna, will address summer and fall graduates at the University Commencement ceremony on December 16, 2023

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Student Speaker

Miracle Holder, Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, will address fellow summer and fall graduates at the University Commencement ceremony on December 16, 2023

Spring 2023 Program

The digital program is now available! Congrats to all Spring 2023 graduates.

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Quick Reminders

• Tickets are not required for the main University Commencement ceremony at PNC Arena.
• At this time, candidates are not limited in the number of guests who may attend the Commencement ceremony at PNC Arena.
• The Commencement ceremony should end no later than 11:30 a.m.
• The possession of or use of alcoholic beverages in the arena is prohibited.
• Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the arena.

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