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Duke Commencement 2025

May 9 – 11, 2025

Visitor Visas

While the details for Duke’s 2025 Commencement are still being finalized, updated information is available to help you get started on obtaining a visitor visa now.

Visa Information

Commencement Student Speaker

September & December 2024 graduates and May 2025 degree candidates are invited to apply to be one of this year’s commencement student speakers. Undergraduates and graduate/professional students are eligible.

Student Speaker Nomination

Congratulations
Class of 2025!

On May 9 – 11, your hard work at Duke culminates with all the pomp and circumstance your accomplishment deserves.

Students

It’s your big day! Find everything you need to get ready for commencement.

Get Ready

Friends & Family

Share in the celebration! Find out how to navigate Durham, Duke, and your student’s big day.

Plan your Visit

Commencement Weekend Events

Commencement Ceremony

Sunday, May 11
9 a.m. Procession of Candidates
9:30 a.m. Ceremony
Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium

Commencement Ceremony

Diploma Ceremonies
& Other Events

Browse the full list of the weekend’s events.
Don’t miss a chance to celebrate with your family, friends, and classmates!

Browse Events

Baccalaureate Service

Friday, May 9
1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Students will line up 30 minutes before their service.
Duke Chapel & Page Auditorium

Registration Information & Other Details