May 8, 2025

Final instructions for degree candidates are now available at the links below:

Doctoral Commencement Ceremony*
Advanced Degrees Commencement Ceremony*
Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony

*Instructions that include assembly times and locations for the Doctoral and Advanced Degrees Commencement Ceremonies have been sent directly to degree candidates who have confirmed their intention to participate in these ceremonies. Doctoral and advanced degree candidates who have not yet confirmed their intention to participate or did not receive final instructions via email should contact commencement@rice.edu immediately.

April 28, 2025

An important update regarding the university's upcoming commencement ceremonies entrance protocols is available here.

April 16, 2025

Commencement is just around the corner. The latest issue of the Commencement ChrOWLnicles is now available.

We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2025 very soon!

March 14, 2025

The first issue of the Rice Commencement ChrOWLnicles for the May 2025 Commencement Ceremony is available to view here. This newsletter highlights key Commencement related tasks and activities for the Rice community. Please read carefully for information regarding fast-approaching deadlines and more.