Welcome, Guests!
Welcome to Iowa City! We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone with parents, friends, and special guests who have supported our graduates along the way.
Ceremonies will take place at Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Hancher Auditorium, two iconic venues in our vibrant campus community.
Guest Newsletter Sign Up
We encourage guests to sign up for our Guest Newsletter to receive updates and important information regarding the ceremonies.
Missed a Message About a Deadline?
Visit the Student Deadlines and Communications page to view deadlines for the current session and publicly archived emails sent to eligible graduates.
Ceremony Locations
All collegiate commencement ceremonies will be held at:
- Carver-Hawkeye Arena
- Hancher Auditorium
Each college hosts its own ceremony with speakers and degree presentations. Graduates who RSVP and attend will have their names read and displayed.
Carver-Hawkeye Arena
Maps, lists of current ceremonies, and detailed policy information can be found on the Carver-Hawkeye Arena page.
Hancher Auditorium
Maps, lists of current ceremonies, and detailed policy information can be found on the Hancher Auditorium page.
Find a Ceremony or Event
The Ceremonies page contains all collegiate commencement ceremonies and other graduation related celebrations. You can search for future ceremonies by changing the session selection on the filter.
Guests with Disabilities or Limited Mobility
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events.
- An American Sign Language interpreter will be present at every ceremony.
- All ceremonies will be livestreamed with captions enabled.
- All venues will have accessible parking and seating options.
Accessibility Accommodations
If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact your ceremony's commencement coordinator.
Ceremony Livestreams and Recordings
All ceremonies will be livestreamed with captions at their scheduled time on the University of Iowa YouTube Channel.
- Bookmarking the college’s ceremony page is recommended for easy access.
- Links to the livestream will be posted in the “Livestream” section of each ceremony page approximately one week before the event.
- Students who RSVP and attend will have their names read and displayed during the livestream.
Missed the Livestream?
Recordings will be available on the University of Iowa YouTube channel after each ceremony begins.
Helpful Information for Guests
Guests thinking about attending a commencement ceremony should keep the following items in mind.
Tickets
Tickets are not required for graduates or guests.
Graduates must submit their RSVP by the deadline and attend their ceremony to be individually recognized on stage
Ceremony Guest Parking
Complimentary parking is available for all commencement ceremonies.
Traffic will be heavier than usual—give yourself extra time.
Allowed/Prohibited Items
Please review the policies for your ceremony's venue before attending:
Weapons and alcohol are not permitted at any ceremony.
Did My Graduate RSVP?
Only students can RSVP through MyUI. Please check directly with your graduate.
Due to FERPA privacy laws, RSVP status cannot be shared with anyone else.
International Guests
Visitors from outside the U.S. may need to apply for a temporary visa.
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Where to Stay
From downtown Iowa City to Coralville's Iowa River Landing, you will find a wide range of hotels to fit your needs.
Book early, commencement weekend fills up quickly!