The full schedule of 2025 MIT graduation ceremonies is on the Schedule page.
Degree candidates are eligible to attend the OneMIT Commencement Ceremony (for graduates of all programs in all Schools and the College) AND a degree ceremony. Undergraduates cross the stage on Friday, May 30. Recipients of advanced degrees cross the stage at their School/College degree ceremonies, which take place between May 28–30.
The OneMIT Commencement Ceremony will take place outdoors in Killian Court except in the case of severe weather. Please communicate this to your family and friends: if it is rainy or cold, they may prefer to watch the webcast, which is open to all and does not require any log-in.
Yes! They can sign up to receive important ceremony-related information via text notifications during Commencement week, such as last-minute changes to ceremony or reception locations.
Text notifications sent to guests will be strictly regarding ceremony-specific information during Commencement week. Important Commencement-related updates and reminders from the Registrar’s Office and MIT Commencement are sent to you, the graduate, so please continue to watch your MIT email inbox for such messages.
If your guests are concerned about being outside in the heat, they can always watch the webcast, which is open to all and does not require any log-in.
In addition, on-campus, indoor viewing locations will be available during the School of Engineering & Schwarzman College of Computing Advanced Degree Ceremony, the OneMIT Ceremony, and the Undergraduate Ceremony. These venues are an excellent option for guests who either prefer to sit indoors or do not have tickets to enter the ceremony venue. No tickets are required for the indoor viewing locations; seating is open. Locations will be posted in late May.
The Phi Beta Kappa Society induction ceremony will take place at 10 am on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 in 32-123.
Please visit these pages again in late May 2025 for the most up-to-date security information.
There is no graduation rehearsal. Instructions on when, where, and how to report for each ceremony will be emailed to degree candidates directly.
If you are an international student, visit the Registrar’s graduation site and scroll down to the “What you need to do” section, third bullet point for instructions on how to obtain a letter of invitation so your family can get visas to visit the US for graduation.
If you are not an international student, reach out to the International Students Office (ISO) directly at iso-help@mit.edu to see if they can assist. If the ISO is unable to help, then email the Registrar's Office at records@mit.edu and they may be able to provide a letter.
Yes! While the Registrar's Office recommends having your legal name on your diploma, you can specify the name you prefer to be read at Commencement via the degree app. Contact the Registrar's Office with any questions about diplomas and name recording.
All graduates participating in Commencement ceremonies are eligible to receive up to four (4) guest tickets for the OneMIT Ceremony in Killian Court.
Those receiving Bachelor’s degrees will be eligible to receive up to four (4) guest tickets for the Undergraduate Ceremony.
Those receiving advanced degrees from the following schools are eligible to receive up to four (4) guest tickets to their respective Advanced Degree Ceremonies:
- School of Architecture and Planning
- School of Engineering | Schwarzman College of Computing
- School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences
- School of Science
Ticketing information for the Sloan School of Management Advanced Degree Ceremonies will be available via individual programs.
See Tickets for more information and instructions for claiming your electronic tickets.
Those who have extra tickets may transfer them to someone who needs them. Do not sell them. MIT policy is that no tickets for MIT Commencement ceremonies may be bought or sold under any circumstances. Individuals known to have accepted or given payment for Commencement tickets risk revocation of all electronic tickets assigned to them, whether or not those tickets remain in their possession, and may be subject to discipline. Degree candidates are required to attest during the ticketing process that they will not buy or sell MIT Commencement tickets.
A ticket is required for all those ages three (3) and older. Babies and children ages two (2) and under do not need tickets.
As your guest exits the venue, the electronic ticket will be scanned out. When the guest returns, the same ticket may be presented to be scanned back in.
There are no extra tickets available for the OneMIT Ceremony, Undergraduate Ceremony, or Advanced Degree Ceremonies. If you have more family members than tickets, we recommend checking with friends who may have tickets they do not expect to use. While tickets to MIT ceremonies may not be bought or sold under any circumstances, we encourage graduating students to share with one another. All tickets are electronic and transferable.
In addition, on-campus, indoor viewing locations will be available during the School of Engineering & Schwarzman College of Computing Advanced Degree Ceremony, the OneMIT Commencement Ceremony, and the Undergraduate Ceremony. These venues are an excellent option for guests who either prefer to sit indoors or do not have tickets to enter the ceremony venue. No tickets are required for the indoor viewing locations; seating is open. Locations will be posted in late May.
Finally, all ceremonies will be webcast.
Yes! Those who have extra tickets may transfer them to someone who needs them. Do not sell them. MIT policy is that no tickets for MIT Commencement ceremonies may be bought or sold under any circumstances. Individuals known to have accepted or given payment for Commencement tickets risk revocation of all electronic tickets assigned to them, whether or not those tickets remain in their possession, and may be subject to discipline. Degree candidates are required to attest during the ticketing process that they will not buy or sell MIT Commencement tickets.
Graduation ceremonies will be webcast, which is open to all and does not require any log-in.
In addition, on-campus, indoor viewing locations will be available during the School of Engineering & Schwarzman College of Computing Advanced Degree Ceremony, the OneMIT Ceremony, and the Undergraduate Ceremony. These venues are an excellent option for guests who either prefer to sit indoors or do not have tickets to enter the ceremony venue. No tickets are required for the indoor viewing locations; seating is open. Locations will be posted in late May.
Photo ordering information for the Class of 2025 will be posted later this spring.
Recent graduates can visit the GradImages website to view and purchase custom photo products like prints, plaques, specialty gifts, and more.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your photos, please contact GradImages Customer Service Department at (800) 261-2576, on their website, or email ecc.giservice@gradimages.net.
*MIT Sloan advanced degree candidates: please consult your program managers for details on ordering photos from your ceremonies.
Yes! You can pre-register for your photo order. And there's even a discount if you do.
Photo ordering information for the Class of 2025, including how to pre-order, will be posted in the spring semester.
All graduates participating in the 2025 MIT Commencement ceremonies MUST wear regalia and MUST use the Commencement section of the MIT Atlas app or atlas-apps.mit.edu on a mobile device or desktop to indicate whether they will be ordering it from the MIT Coop. Before using the MIT Atlas app to indicate your regalia plan, make sure you have the latest version of the MIT Atlas app installed on your mobile device or desktop. The MIT App Store has links to download or update the app from the Apple, Google, and Windows app stores. Questions about the MIT Atlas app should be directed to atlas-app@mit.edu.
Note: ordering regalia through the MIT Atlas app or atlas-apps.mit.edu is now closed. However, a limited number of caps and gowns are available from the MIT Coop. If you need regalia, go to the pick-up location in Lobby 13 starting May 14 to see if your size is available to purchase or rent with cash or a credit card.
There is one exception to the regalia requirement: those who are receiving advanced degrees and are in active military service may wear the prescribed dress uniform instead of academic regalia.
PhD/ScD candidates, please note that you do not need to order your Doctoral hood with the rest of the regalia; it will be presented to you at your School/College ceremony.
Graduates who are unsure about their sizing are encouraged to stop by the MIT Coop at Kendall Square and staff there will take your measurements.
Because you will be walking around campus, it's always wise to dress for the outdoor conditions and the need to walk on pavement and grass. The OneMIT, Undergraduate, and School of Engineering/College of Computing Ceremonies will be held OUTSIDE (except in the case of severe weather).
In case of rain, we recommend not unwrapping and putting on your regalia until you arrive at your ceremony’s assembly area: if necessary, you will be given a poncho to wear over your clothing and under your regalia. This is best accomplished if your gown is clean and dry to start.
Yes. Undergrad ROTC candidates must wear cap and gown for Commencement. Only active service members who are receiving advanced degrees may wear the prescribed dress uniform.
Doctoral candidates will be given their academic hoods by MIT—it is not necessary to order the hood with the rest of the regalia. Please remain alert to these pages and to notifications regarding arrangements for the Advanced Degree Ceremony in your area.
There are no guest hooders at MIT Commencement. The department head or their designated representative presents hoods at advanced degree ceremonies.
Graduates should wear the appropriate regalia for their highest degree (in this case, Master’s) to all ceremonies. There is no need to buy or rent multiple sets of regalia.
Master's regalia differs from Bachelor's, so you should wear Master's regalia. Here is a picture of the different types of regalia for MIT graduates. The Master's gown is longer and the sleeves have extra material compared to the Bachelor's gown. When ordering regalia through the MIT Coop, all gowns come with caps and tassels.
No. The MIT Coop only offers the Bachelor's and Master's regalia for purchase; there is no option to rent either set. Doctoral regalia can be rented or purchased.
No. Stoles are not an official part of MIT regalia. However, students ordering their regalia from the Coop via the MIT Atlas app or atlas-app@mit.edu can choose to purchase international stoles (representing, for example, the flag of their home country).
Additionally, MIT departments and organized affinity groups may present stoles as gifts to a given year’s graduating students in the area. For example, the Department of Chemistry may create a distinctive stole for graduating chemistry majors. The expectation is that all members of the group with the distinctive stole wear it as a group for Commencement—stoles are not created by individuals. Graduates are permitted to wear multiple stoles (or cords) as signals of multiple affiliations within their MIT experience.
Finally, undergraduate Class Councils frequently offer a “Class of…” stole. Graduating seniors interested in these stoles should contact their Class Council directly to find out what the plans are for this year and to ensure they are obtaining the correct stole for this year.
The Oak Hall website has pictures of most available country stoles.
If regalia ordering is still open, you will need to cancel your order using the MIT Atlas app or atlas-apps.mit.edu in a browser and place a new order, including your stole. Items cannot be added to an order that has been placed.
If you have a cap and gown and just need a tassel, it will be made available to you when lining up for Commencement.
If you need a cap (mortarboard) in addition to a tassel, you can purchase if from the MIT Coop via the MIT Atlas app or atlas-apps.mit.edu in a browser by clicking on the Commencement tile and indicating that you do not need to order a regalia gown. Then you will be presented with the option to order just a cap and tassel, as well an international stole, if desired.
Yes! Provide them with your MIT ID (or a copy of it) and they will be able to pick up your regalia for you in Lobby 13 at one of the designated pick-up dates and times.
To request seating in the Disabilities sections, please complete and submit this form. Questions may be directed to Disability and Access Services at 617-253-1674 or email das-student@mit.edu.
The person with the disability does not have to sit alone. Your entire party may sit together in the Disabilities sections. All graduates receive the same number of tickets, regardless of section.
Yes, devices are available at event venues. Please see us there or call ahead 617-253-2808 if you have further questions.
That is fine! And thank you for considering your needs carefully.
There is no standing allowed in these sections, since that would obstruct the view of those unable to stand. Please consider this carefully as you determine whether these sections are appropriate for your family.
If you think that your family member will need a wheelchair for the entire day, we recommend that you rent one. Please see the accessibility page for suggestions of wheelchair rental companies.
Service animals are always welcome at MIT. If you are requesting tickets for the Disabilities sections, it is helpful, though not essential, to let us know at that time that your family will be accompanied by a service animal. Reminder: no other pets of any size will be permitted inside the event venues.
We recommend first calling the accessible Cambridge Taxi program at 866-654-1003. Other area companies include: Ambassador Cab 617-492-1100, Checker Cab of Cambridge 617-497-9000, and Top/City Cab of Boston 617-536-5100.
Personnel from MIT’s Medical Department will staff a Medical Station. Graduates and guests requiring onsite first aid are welcome to visit as needed. Emergency and ambulance services will be on call and onsite and can be activated by any of the Commencement staff.
If you anticipate a need for local medical support during the graduation festivities, please contact the MIT Medical Department ahead of time to let us know how we can help (617) 253-7625.
All MIT graduates will receive a traditional paper diploma. Undergraduate and Sloan advanced degree recipients will receive a traditional paper diploma at their respective Commencement ceremony. Diplomas will be shipped to all other degree recipients.
More details about diplomas – paper and digital – are available on the Registrar’s Office website.
All graduating students are eligible to receive a digital version of their diploma at no cost, but must opt-in to receive one. Look out for an email from the Registrar’s Office inviting you to download the Blockcerts Wallet app on your mobile device and add MIT as an issuer. You must complete these steps before Thursday, May 29 to ensure that you receive your digital diploma for Commencement. Learn more about digital diplomas.
Please also note that digital diplomas are not a replacement for MIT’s traditional paper diploma. Everyone will also receive a physical diploma.
View custom frame options for your MIT diploma at the Church Hill Classics website and visit The MIT Coop at Kendall Square to place an order.
Yes! Some departments, labs, and centers hold receptions and special celebrations during Commencement week. The comprehensive full list of receptions can be found on the Receptions page.