UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Penn State’s fall 2025 commencement ceremonies at University Park will take place on Sunday, Dec. 21.
Given the potential conflict with a large-scale event, the NCAA College Football Playoff, on the University Park campus that same weekend, commencement will be held on Dec. 21 to provide dedicated time to honor graduates’ accomplishments and contribute to a smoother experience for families and friends on graduation day.
The undergraduate and graduate ceremonies at University Park will include approximately 3,600 students, including those who are completing their degrees at World Campus. Ceremonies at the Commonwealth Campuses are not impacted.
Any friends and family members who are interested in attending the commencement ceremonies on Dec. 21 are encouraged to book their accommodations as soon as possible.
The University looks forward to celebrating graduates’ achievements and is committed to making this milestone as enjoyable and memorable as possible. As always, for friends and loved ones who do not plan to attend in person, commencement ceremonies will also be available to watch on livestream.
Visit the Penn State commencement webpage for the schedule of ceremonies and email graduation@psu.edu with any additional questions.