.st0 { fill: #FFFFFF; } University of Texas at Austin UT Home > Texas McCombs > Commencement> Commencement CONGRATULATIONS, YOU MADE IT! Longhorns, we applaud you as you approach the end of your academic program at the McCombs School of Business and The University of Texas at Austin. We’re immensely proud of what you have achieved during your time here, and we’re ready to celebrate your hard work. Come and bring your family and friends for a special day. Read on to learn what to expect and how to participate, RSVP, order regalia, and more. Hook ’em! Saturday, December 4, 2021 Time & Location: Rowling Hall Auditorium Graduates Register for Commencement Timeslot Here! GRADUATION HELP The Graduation Help Desk consolidates all the tools available to help students stay on track to graduate and offers students assistance enrolling in classes required to fulfill their degree requirements. Graduation Help Desk staff work with students, advisors, and faculty to resolve roadblocks to timely graduation. Resources to assist with graduation EVENT INFORMATION Important Dates and Deadlines October 28 Last day to apply for an undergraduate degree November 5 BBA & MPA RSVP – Program Deadline (Names cannot be added to the event program after this date) November 12 Last day to apply for graduate degree November 12 Masters regalia co-op purchase deadline November 12 BBA co-op purchase deadline December 4 BBA & MPA Commencement JOIN HOOKEDIN Connect: Get plugged into a network of Longhorns working in every industry. Give back: Introduce, hire, and mentor new graduates of The University of Texas at Austin. Grow: Leverage the power of Longhorn Nation and take the next big step in your career. Join HookedIn Now PROGRAM DETAILS This December, the McCombs Commencement will be celebrated with Graduate Recognition Moments for BBA and MPA graduates. The Graduate Recognition Moments will be held at Robert B. Rowling Hall and consist of a guided path that graduates and their guests will follow to enter the event space. During this ceremonial moment, degree candidates’ names are called as they walk across the stage, receive a letter of congratulations from the dean, and take a professional graduation photo. For those who wish to defer and walk in the May 2022 ceremony, please be sure to complete the form illustrated on the RSVP portal on Grad Manager. BBA Details > MPA Details > Academic Dress/Regalia > Graduation In-Absentia > Post Ceremony > BBA Guest Information Guests do not have to RSVP and there will not be a guest limit. Guests of graduates will NOT need tickets or to RSVP or Register. Graduation Process Certification is how UT awards your degree. If you don't go through this process, you're not considered a graduate of McCombs and UT Austin. Your audit will need to be at 100% before we can certify you, but if you plan on being at 100% by the end of the current semester, you can apply for certification. Deadline: October 28, 2021 Commencement is the graduation ceremony. Sometimes referred to as "walking the stage," this is the celebration of your accomplishments with caps and gowns and family and friends. You can walk even if you're not being certified but will need to make sure to RSVP. Deadline: TBD (if deadline is missed, you will not be in the commencement program) Apply here to be both certified and participate in commencement. Special Services Accommodations for the needs of graduates with disabilities at all commencement events are available. Please contact Commencement@mccombs.utexas.edu at least five business days prior to the event. FAQS What will the Graduation Recognition Moment look like? Can I indicate that a different name from what appears on my student records should be announced? Do I have to RSVP? Do guests need tickets to attend or do guests have to RSVP for the ceremony? Do I need to wear a cap and gown? If so, where can I buy them? How do I wear my cap and gown? What is the inclement weather policy? Is there a chance the Graduate Recognition Moment will be cancelled and “go-virtual”? What COVId-19 safety protocols will be in place? A member of my party has mobility or other accommodation requests. Where can I find more information? What prohibited items do guests need to be aware of? Photography Parking CELEBRATE YOUR GRADUATE Personalized invitations, yard signs and souvenirs are available for purchase in the UT Co-op (graduation department in the basement). Order here. The University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business © 2021 McCombs School of BusinessThe University of Texas at Austin Contact Us