Seventh College Commencement
Congratulations Class of 2024!
Seventh College Commencement will be held Saturday, June 15 from 9:00 AM on Warren Field.
Graduates and their guests will have the opportunity to attend ceremonies in person. For the most up-to-date information on registration, transportation, and parking, please visit https://commencement.ucsd.edu.
Applying to Graduate
Refer to Applying to Graduate for specific information regarding completing your degree and submitting your Degree and Diploma Application (DDA).
Eligibility Criteria for Commencement
Students with 135 units by the end of Winter 2024 who will complete their degree in Fall 2023, Winter 2024, Spring 2024, Summer 2024 or Fall 2024 are eligible to register for All Campus Commencement and undergraduate college commencements.
Please note: graduates may participate in only one Commencement year but are permitted and encouraged to attend both All Campus Commencement and their college, graduate school, or graduate division ceremonies.
Commencement Information
All Campus Commencement is open to eligible students across the seven Colleges, and will feature a keynote speaker. Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla and other campus leadership will recognize graduates at this campuswide celebration.
College Commencements will be held sometime over the Commencement weekend either Saturday or Sunday. Each college commencement will include various speakers and students will have the opportunity to hear their names read as they walk across the stage.
Registration and Commencement information can be found at https://commencement.ucsd.edu.
Seventh College Commencement Student Speaker
Commencement Student Speaker
Apply to speak at the Seventh College Graduation Celebration! Remarks should be limited to 5 minutes. A panel of staff will select the student speaker. Students must be in good academic standing to be considered.
To apply, submit a draft copy of your proposed remarks to seventhcollege@ucsd.edu before April 10, 2024 at 11:59 PM (PDT). Please be sure to include your name, PID, and a telephone number in your submission email. Applications will be reviewed and candidates may be invited to audition before a panel of staff before final selection is determined.
Events for Graduating Seniors
The Undergraduate Colleges host a variety of activities designed to help graduating students celebrate what it means to be a Triton, connect with friends and classmates, and transition to becoming a Triton alum. Events are open to graduating students from all Undergraduate Colleges.
UC San Diego Bookstore Grad Fair
Join the UC San Diego Bookstore for Grad Fair. Purchase your regalia, announcements, diploma frames, and more.
Graduating Senior Awards
UCSD Alumni Outstanding Senior Award
Each year the UCSD Alumni Association presents this award to an outstanding senior from each of the University's Undergraduate Colleges for outstanding contribution to the campus community through active involvement with the College and the University. Highlight your outstanding contribution to the campus community through active involvement with Seventh College and the UC San Diego.
Seventh College Stoles
Show your Seventh College pride at graduation and beyond! Keepsake Seventh College stoles will be available for purchase in Spring Quarter. Additional information will be shared in Commencement emails. For questions regarding the Seventh College stoles please contact seventhstudentaffairs@ucsd.edu.
Cap and Gown Information
Regalia - specifically, the official UC San Diego cap, gown, and tassel - are required at all Commencement ceremonies. Beginning in Spring Quarter, you can order your cap, gown, and tassel through the UC San Diego Bookstore, along with announcements, diploma frames, and more. Pre-order flowers or leis here.
When will I receive my Diploma?
Refer to Degree Conferral Timeline for details.
Helpful Links
- Seventh College Academic Advising - Degree and diploma application information and timeline
- UC San Diego Commencement - General commencement information
- UC San Diego Alumni - Stay connected!
- UC San Diego Career Center - Explore graduate school options or find your first post-graduation job
- UC San Diego Bookstore - Purchase graduation announcements, diploma frames, and more
- UC San Diego Parent & Family Resources - Visitor information for families and guests
- UC San Diego International Students and Program Office - Information for graduating international students