Congratulations, Spartans!
After years of challenging and rewarding work, you are going to earn your degree! What an important milestone!
May 2024 Commencement
The May commencement ceremony will be held at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, at the Expo Hall at the Florida State Fairgrounds.
Graduates from the Sykes College of Business and the College of Arts and Letters will only be permitted to participate in the 9:30 a.m. ceremony.
Graduates from the College of Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Education and the College of Natural and Health Sciences will only be permitted to participate in the 2 p.m. ceremony
Tickets are not required for family members or guests to attend either ceremony. However, due to limited seating, it is highly recommended that graduates invite only 6 family members and guests. Seats cannot be reserved for family members and guests. It is recommended that family members and guests should arrive early at the Florida State Fairgrounds.
Family Communication Philosophy
While we understand family members and guests are excited to celebrate their student's achievements at commencement, we are only able to provide general information about the ceremony as opposed to student-specific information. Please visit the Student Affairs Family Communication Philosophy for more details.
Additional Information
Visit our May commencement ceremony webpage for detailed information, including how to apply for graduation, register to attend the ceremony, and order you cap and gown.
Please contact Orientation and Family Engagement at commencement@ut.edu or (813) 257-1999 with any questions you may have.
FAQs
Commencement is a special time for our graduates, their families, friends and The University of Tampa community. For your Commencement Day to be perfect, please review the frequently asked questions on the Commencement FAQ Webpage.
#UTampaGrad
Students and families are encouraged to tag @uoftampa and use #UTampaGrad. Content will be shared across the University's platforms and on the #UTampaGrad webpage.
Search "UTampa" on Instagram and Snapchat to find GIFs available for graduates.
Many of the wonderful systems and applications you have had access to as a University student will no longer be accessible. Check the ITS checklist for more details.