About Commencement

Tickets are not needed for the commencement ceremonies.

Graduates do not need to register and they may invite an unlimited number of guests.

During each ceremony, graduates will walk across the stage in Holmes Convocation Center, have their names announced and be professionally photographed receiving their diploma covers. Interim Chancellor Heather Norris will confer degrees upon graduates at each ceremony.

• Each ceremony will last approximately 90 minutes.
• Accessibility and disability accommodations are available.
• Review the Holmes Center’s Bag and Admission Policy — small, clear plastic bags, small clutch purses, individual seat cushions and medically necessary items are permitted.
• App State, media outlets, and family and friends film commencement ceremonies. Attendees may be included in photography or videos used to promote Appalachian State University.

See below for information for graduates and faculty participants, as well as information for guests.