Spring 2026 Commencement

The Graduate School Spring Commencement
5 p.m. 
Friday, May 8, 2026
The Complex
401 Baytree Road 
This ceremony should end between 6:15 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Undergraduate Spring Commencement
7 p.m.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Front Lawn
1500 N. Patterson Street
This ceremony should end around 8:30 p.m.

*There is not a rehearsal for either ceremony. There will be plenty of volunteers on site to direct graduates on where to go. 

**Tickets are not required for either ceremony and graduates can invite as many guests as they like. Seating is first come first serve, but there is plenty of seating available.  

Frequently Asked Questions

Got a question about Spring Commencement? Check our FAQ page here, and if you don't find what you are looking for, you can email commencement@valdosta.edu to get an answer. 

Important Dates and Deadlines

More coming soon!

Wednesday, February 18, 2026: All Majors Career Fair in the Student Union Ballrooms from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 

Tuesday/Wednesday, March 10-11, 2026: Grad Finale on the 1st Floor of the Student Union and online. In person hours are 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Details below. 

Friday, March 27, 2026: Deadline to buy your cap and gown ONLINE only to ensure it arrives before Commencement. You can still purchase your cap and gown in the VSU Bookstore in the Student Union on campus. Purchase your cap and gown online here.

Friday, March 27, 2026: Deadline to apply for graduation to ensure you can walk at Commencement in May. Click here to apply. 

Friday, May 8, 2026: Graduate School Commencement at The Complex 5 p.m.

Friday, May 9, 2026: Undergraduate Commencement on the Front Lawn 7 p.m.

ABOUT GRAD FINALE 

This is an important event for all students graduating in May. It is a one-stop-shop for everything graduates need to get ready for their big day. Grad Finale can be attended both in person and online and discounts are available. 

Here's more about Grad Finale:

• Buy or order your cap and gown
• Purchase your official class ring 
• Order graduation announcements
• Purchase alumni gifts
• Join the 1906 society
• Get information about VSU's Graduate School programs
• And so much more!
  
  

Date: March 10-11, 2026

In Person Location: 1st Floor of the Student Union and the VSU Bookstore
Time: 10 a.m. -5 p.m. both days

ONLINE Grad Finale

The ONLINE Grad Finale will take place March 10-11, 2026, as well. The online discount codes will be good during those 48 hours (midnight, March 10 - 11:59 p.m. on March 11) only.

Click here to visit the Online Grad Finale page.

If you have questions about anything related to Spring 2026 Commencement, you can reach out to commencement@valdosta.edu for more information.  

Applying for Graduation

Graduates should apply for graduation with the Registrar’s Office the semester before they expect to graduate. Talking with your academic advisor can help with this process. The application must be received and the application fee must be paid before students are cleared to graduate.

Here is the link to apply for graduation and the link to pay the graduation fee: https://www.valdosta.edu/academics/registrar/forms/graduation-forms.php

FALL 2025 - Undergraduate Candidate List

FALL 2025 - Graduate Candidate List