On May 11, 2022, Temple graduates will gather for Temple University's 136th Commencement ceremony to celebrate this significant milestone. Graduates will be permitted up to four (4) guest tickets for the Univerity Commencement. Family and friends are also welcome to watch the ceremony via livestream. 

Thursday, May 11, 2022
Time: TBA

The Liacouras Center
1776 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19121

For more information and University Commencement registration, visit commencement.temple.edu/graduates/ticketing.

Undergraduate students 

Apply for graduation using Self Service Banner on TUportal. Pay close attention to the way your major(s) and minor(s) are listed on your application, and contact the Student Services Office if you spot any inaccuracies or have any questions. Please note certificate programs require a separate application.

Note 

• At the beginning of each semester CST sends an email to current students who are close to graduating. However it is the responsibility of the student to apply for graduation through SSB.
• Even if you applied for graduation in the past, but did not graduate, you must contact your academic advisor to update your anticipated graduation date so that you can apply for graduation again in the semester you plan to graduate.
• The University Commencement ceremony is held in May only. Information will be emailed to students who apply for May graduation, as well as students who graduated the previous August and January. What's the difference between CST graduation and commencement? At the CST commencement you will walk across the stage and pose for a photo with your diploma envelope. At the University Commencement, all of the schools and colleges come together for a ceremony, but no one walks across the stage. 
• Students will not receive their degree, diploma or transcript until all University tuition and fees have been paid.

Graduate students 
The graduation application is available using Self Service Banner (SSB). To access the application, go to TUportal and select Self Service Banner (SSB). When in SSB, select Student » Student Records » Apply to Graduate.

We recognize that due to extenuating circumstances, students who have not yet completed all degree requirements may wish to participate in the graduation ceremony. To be considered to participate, complete the online petition to participate form. Participation-only petitions are due by February 1. If submitting past the deadline, please know we will approve students on a space available basis. If you submit after the deadline, you may not be included in the graduation program. 

If you have a family member that needs official documentation to attend graduation, please fill out this form to request a letter for the embassy. Letter requests are processed weekly.

In order to participate in person, you will be required to wear regalia at the graduation. Academic regalia can be purchased in person at the Main Campus Barnes & Noble Bookstore or order online for home delivery.

The above online ordering link is only for shipping regalia to your home; The site does not provide the option for store pick up.

Schedule your photo appointment at www.ouryear.com using school code 87120 or call 1-800-687-9327. Questions? 1-800-OUR-YEAR™ (687-9327). Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

When: Beginning August 29, 2022
Where: Howard Gittis Student Center, Room 217C

Portraits will be taken in business attire and regalia. A cap and gown will be provided for your photo shoot.
Don’t forget that you can use these portraits for your professional networking and job search sites.