Family & Friends Portal

The 2025 Spring University-wide Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at PPG Paints Arena beginning at 2:30 p.m

Be sure to also review your graduate's Commencement Checklist.

Commencement is a joyous celebration for all, and we ask that graduates and guests stay through the entire ceremony. Leaving early not only disrupts the ceremony, but it is distracting to graduating students.

Guest Information

All the information family & friends need to prepare for Commencement.

Hotels & Lodging

Check out this list of properties that offer a University of Pittsburgh discount.

Navigating the City

Parking and Shuttle information, along with Pittsburgh Marathon transportation maps, can be found here.

Ticketing

Tickets are required for guests and require a successfully completed registration.

Entrance & Seating

Where guests enter, security policies and more.

More Ways to Celebrate

School & College celebrations, pop-up photo spots, free celebration graphics, and dining reservations on campus.

Accessibility

Review the accessibility accommodations available.