Sons and Daughters of SLU Forever
Graduation at Saint Louis University takes place at our commencement ceremonies, which are held in May and December. The general FAQ page contains questions that apply to all graduates.
Commencement ceremonies will also stream live on slu.edu, on Saint Louis University's YouTube channel and Facebook page.
Midyear Commencement 2024
Saint Louis University's 2024 Midyear Commencement Ceremony was held on Saturday, Dec. 14, at Chaifetz Arena.
View the 2024 Midyear Commencement
2025 Spring Commencement Schedule
Saint Louis University will celebrate the 2025 Spring Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 17. Please ensure that you adhere to all commencement procedures and policies, including Chaifetz Arena's clear bag policy.
Graduates will be individually recognized at their school pre-commencement ceremonies. Find the complete schedule of events below.
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Wednesday, May 14
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 4 p.m. | Lavender Graduation Ceremony | Center for Global Citizenship |
| 6 p.m. | Sankofa | Anheuser-Busch Auditorium |
| 6:30 p.m. | School for Professional Studies | Chaifetz Arena |
| 7:30 p.m. | Sí Se Pudo | Il Monastero |
Thursday, May 15
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8 a.m. | College for Public Health and Social Justice | Chaifetz Arena |
| 9:30 a.m. | School of Education | St. Francis Xavier College Church |
| 10:30 a.m. | School of Nursing | Chaifetz Arena |
| 1 p.m. | School of Law | Chaifetz Arena |
| 3:30 p.m. | College of Arts and Sciences | Chaifetz Arena |
| 6:15 p.m. | Baccalaureate Mass | St. Francis Xavier College Church |
| 7:45 p.m. | Toast to the Class of 2025 | Wool Ballroom in Busch Student Center |
Friday, May 16
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8 a.m. | School of Science and Engineering | Chaifetz Arena |
| 9 a.m. | School of Social Work | St. Francis Xavier College Church |
| 11 a.m. | School of Medicine | Chaifetz Arena |
| 2 p.m. | Chaifetz School of Business | Chaifetz Arena |
| 2 p.m. | School of Medicine Graduate Programs | St. Francis Xavier College Church |
| 4:30 p.m. | Doisy College of Health Sciences | Chaifetz Arena |
Saturday, May 17
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9 a.m. | Commencement | Chaifetz Arena |
Important Reminders for Commencement Activities
- Graduates must enter on the west side of Chaifetz Arena no later than 8 a.m.
- Academic regalia is required. Students can order regalia online through The Billiken Shop. The deadline to place orders for in-store pickup is Thursday, Oct. 10, and the deadline for home shipping is Friday, Nov. 22.
- Family, friends and guests are not allowed in the student assembly area. They must enter on the main level at any entrance on the north and east sides of the arena. Doors open at 8 a.m.
- There is no limit to the number of guests who can attend the graduation events. No tickets are required to enter.
- Chaifetz Arena has a clear bag policy for all guests. Please adhere to the policy.
- Please review the Chaifetz Arena A-Z Guide for more information about visiting the arena.
Prohibited Items
The following items are prohibited in all university and school/college ceremonies and events and are subject to confiscation:
- Air horns and other artificial noisemakers
- Animals, except assistance animals
- Banners or signs larger than 11 inches by 17 inches (No poles of any kind will be allowed.)
- Food and drink (except water)
- Firearms and weapons
- Laser lights
- Balloons, glitter and confetti
- Unmanned aircraft/drones