Commencement 2025
Saturday, May 10, 2025 – One hundred and fourteenth Commencement
A great day of celebration for the entire Mary Washington community! All are welcome to join us in this momentous occasion.
Commencement Video
At-A-Glance
Location
The University of Mary Washington’s longstanding tradition is to hold Commencement on Ball Circle, the epicenter of campus life.
Time
- 7 a.m.: Field opens to access guest seating.
- 9 a.m.: Processional begins.
- Noon: Ceremony will conclude.
Graduating Classes
The ceremony is for those who earn their bachelor’s or master’s degree in August 2024, December 2024, and May 2025.
Tickets
Everyone is welcome and guest tickets are not required. Guest seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Live Stream
Live video of the 2025 Commencement Ceremony will be available on the homepage of the Commencement website on Saturday, May 10 and indoors at multiple locations in-person on campus.
Program
A program PDF is available now.
Downloads
Congratulations to our Summer and Fall UMW Class of 2025 graduates. Please download and share these graphics with your family and friends to celebrate. When sharing on social media, don’t forget to use #UMWGrads. If you know where life will take you after graduation, consider using #LifeAfterMW.
