Graduate Commencement
Penn State holds multiple commencement ceremonies to accommodate the large number of graduates across its various colleges. Each academic college has its own ceremony at different times and locations to ensure that graduates and their guests have a meaningful and well-organized experience.
The College of IST's Graduate Commencement Ceremony is held at the Bryce Jordan Center.
Spring 2026
Sunday, May 10 at 5:00 p.m. in the Bryce Jordan Center (Master's) and Pegula Ice Arena (Doctoral)
Summer 2026
Saturday, August 15 at 1:00 p.m. (Master's) and 4:30 p.m. (Doctoral) in the Bryce Jordan Center
Fall 2026
Sunday, December 20 at 9:30 a.m. in the Bryce Jordan Center
Graduate Ceremony Details
For the most up-to-date details about Graduate Commencement, including ceremony specifics, graduation checklist, details for guests, and other important information, visit the Graduate School's commencement website.
Graduate CommencementBefore You Leave
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Update your forwarding mailing address in LionPATH to receive future correspondence from the University and the college
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Submit a W-4 to the Payroll Office to provide them your forwarding address for tax documents. Update your information online in Workday
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Clean out your laboratory space
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Return your parking pass and keys to the Office of Facilities
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Return any library books
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Complete the Post Graduation Outcomes survey
