Summer Commencement
DAR Constitution Hall
1776 D Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20006
NOTE: This ceremony has ended.
Please contact graduation@purdueglobal.edu with any questions.
See Notes and Conditions section for important information.
The Commencement Showroom is your hub for all graduation events. Visit the Travel to Graduation page for a list of hotels and other travel information.
August 8: Virtual Photo Booth
August 9: Last Lecture & Virtual Toast
August 10: Virtual Bingo
August 11: Shout Out Board
August 12: Black and Gold Celebration (Onsite 5:00-6:30 pm ET)
August 12: Surprise Message
(check your inbox)
9:30 am ET: Concord Law, Nursing, General Education, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Aviation
1:00 pm ET: Business, Information Technology, Health Sciences
6:00 pm ET: Virtual Commencement (All graduates participating virtually)
See Notes and Conditions section for important information.
Registration is now closed.
Guest Limit: 8 guests (plus the graduate)
Required for in-person attendees only
Download and personalize your commencement invitation. Email or print it to invite your guests.
Monday, August 8
Open August 8–August 13
Tuesday, August 9
7:00–7:30 pm ET
The Last Lecture will be presented virtually by a Purdue Global professor nominated by the graduating class. A virtual toast to the class of 2022 will immediately follow the lecture.
Submit your nomination by June 15.
“What wisdom would you impart unto the world if you knew it would be your last chance?”
Wednesday, August 10
7:00–7:30 pm ET
Join us for a few games of virtual bingo using the supplies provided in your ceremony kit.
Thursday, August 11
Post congratulatory photos, videos, and messages on the Graduation Shout Out Board.
Friday, August 12
Hours: Open from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm ET
Location: DAR Constitution Hall, 1776 D Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20006
Registered graduates will receive a surprise message via email.
Submissions are now closed.
Select graduate photos and videos will be showcased during the ceremonies.
Listen to a fellow graduate sing the National Anthem at graduation.
See Notes and Conditions section for important information.
Commencement: Commencement times will be determined after the participation deadline. Participants and attendees assume all financial and health risks associated with attending commencement and must abide by all guidelines as required by the University, venue, and government. Commencement may be canceled or changed to a virtual experience due to government mandates or advisories regarding public health or safety, and the University will not be responsible for any incurred costs or expenses as a result.
Commencement Participation: Participation in commencement is not a verification of graduation. Candidates receive their diploma approximately 8 weeks after completion of their final class and once all program requirements have been confirmed by University officials.
The Purdue Global Commencement and related events could be broadcast live online and all attendees' student directory information, military branch (if applicable), videos, and photos shown during the ceremony could be photographed, videotaped, or filmed by authorized parties. The registration of all participants, submission of photos/videos, and attendance at or participation in the graduation-related events serve as permission for use of these names, images, and posts by Purdue Global. Commercial photography or filming is prohibited without permission of Purdue Global.
