Commencement Weekend in Dallas

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable Commencement Weekend in Dallas, taking place on March 7-8, 2025. The festivities will kick off on Friday, March 7, with an Alumni Celebration (details and location to be announced). The main Commencement events are scheduled for Saturday, March 8, at the iconic Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX. The Leavitt School of Health and School of Education will hold their ceremony at 9:30 AM (check-in begins at 8:30 AM), followed by the School of Business and School of Technology at 1:30 PM (check-in at 12:30 PM). Join us as we honor graduates and their achievements during this exciting weekend! (Details are subject to change.)

Upcoming Commencement Schedule List

Alumni Celebration*

Friday, March 7
TBD

Location
TBD

Commencement*

Saturday, March 8
Leavitt School of Health & School of Education
Ceremony Check-in: 8:30 am
Ceremony Start: 9:30 am

School of Business & School of Technology
Ceremony Check-in Time: 12:30 pm
Ceremony Start: 1:30 pm

Globe Life Field
734 Stadium Drive
Arlington, TX 76011

*Details subject to change

RSVP Information

To participate in the WGU Commencement, students must meet specific eligibility criteria. These include having a Graduation Application submitted to the Student Records department or being enrolled in their final course, such as a capstone or final certification. Exceptions apply to students completing direct hours for field experience or student teaching. Students not meeting these requirements should wait until eligibility is confirmed before submitting their RSVP.

How to Submit RSVP for Final Course Students?

Students enrolled in their final course can email [email protected] with “Final Course” as the subject line. Be sure to include the desired commencement ceremony details in the email.

Additional Information

For detailed guidelines, students can review the Commencement Ceremony Participation Guidelines. Any questions or concerns can be addressed by contacting WGU via email at [email protected] or by phone at 385.428.2085.

Important Note for iOS Users

Students using iPhones or iPads should avoid submitting the RSVP form through the Safari browser, as it may show a false rejection message. It is recommended to use Chrome or Firefox browsers on iOS devices or complete the form on a computer to avoid issues.

For more information, review the Commencement Ceremony Participation Guidelines.

RSVP by February 5, 2025

Additional Information

Dallas Deadlines:

Dallas Details:

  • Commencement Guidebook Coming Soon
  • Ceremony Program Coming Soon

Learn More About Commencement Day

Watch this video to see what a typical in-person commencement day looks like for a graduate.

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Bags Policy

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Alumni Celebration in Dallas

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Time & Location:

  • Date: March 7, 2025
  • Time: TBD
  • Location: TBD

Contact Information 

WGU Alumni Celebration: [email protected]
WGU Alumni Celebration accessibility: [email protected]
WGU Commencement: [email protected]

Parking Details:

Coming Soon

Frequently Asked Questions

The number of guests you can bring depends on the type of event. Here are the details for each:

Alumni Celebration

  • Graduates can bring up to 6 guests to the Alumni Celebration they attend.
  • Local alumni invited to the event can bring up to 3 guests.
  • This limit ensures more graduates can participate and celebrate with their loved ones.

Commencement Ceremony

  • Graduates are encouraged to bring up to 8 guests to avoid exceeding venue capacity.
  • Additional guests are welcome, but it is advised to stay within the recommended number.
  • Tickets are not required to attend most commencement ceremonies.
  • Exceptions: Tickets are mandatory for ceremonies in Atlanta, Georgia (Gas South Arena) and Seattle, Washington (Climate Pledge Arena).

Graduates do not need to inform the Commencement Office about changes in their guest count.

Tickets are generally not needed to attend the WGU commencement ceremony. However, for ceremonies held at Gas South Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, and Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington, tickets will be required.

Graduates will receive all important details about the event, including check-in instructions, parking information, and maps, through a commencement guidebook. This guidebook will be available in the commencement app and sent via email approximately two weeks before the ceremony.

If you’re attending in person, your name will be called when you walk across the stage. For virtual ceremonies, your name will be announced during the online event.

No, graduates will go on stage according to their school, not in alphabetical order.

No, you should arrive already wearing your cap and gown. There won’t be enough time or space for anyone to change at the ceremony.

You can watch the ceremony on the WGU YouTube channel anytime after it begins.

The commencement photos will be available about 2-3 weeks after the ceremony. You can view them at https://thegradteam.com/events/wgu/

Yes, WGU graduates can get many discounts. By logging into BenefitHub, you can find deals on flights, hotels, car rentals, and much more.