Commencement Schedule

Planning is in progress. More details to be added.

Thursday, May 15, 2025

Senior Beach Bash

TBD

Friday, May 16, 2025

Senior Awards Ceremony

This event is for members of the Class of 2025. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate additional guests.
Owings Library Terrace (Rain location: TBD)
12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Commencement Rehearsal

This rehearsal is mandatory for any graduate planning to participate in the commencement ceremony. Graduates who fail to attend rehearsal will not be allowed to participate in commencement. If you have questions or concerns, please email registrarFREEwashcoll.

Cap and gown distribution will take place at rehearsal. Each student will also be given a graduation packet including 6 tickets to use in the event of inclement weather for Sunday’s ceremony.
Johnson Fitness Center Field House
1:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

(For Senior Varsity Athletes Only)

Hodson Boathouse

4:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.

Dinner in the Dining Hall

Graduates on the meal plan may use a meal swipe, all others may purchase tickets at the door.
Hodson Hall Second Floor Dining

4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Sophie Kerr Prize Announcement

Hotchkiss Recital Hall, Gibson Center for the Arts
7:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 17, 2025

Commencement Dinner

Graduates free, all others may purchase tickets at the door.
Hodson Hall Second Floor Dining
4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Alumni Toast to the Class of 2024 with Parents, Honoring Legacy Graduates

Hosted by Alumni Engagement

Owings Library Terrace
(Rain location : Underwood Lobby, Gibson Center for the Arts)
7:30 p.m - 8:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 18, 2025

Breakfast for Seniors and Families

Graduates free, all others may purchase tickets at the door.
Hodson Hall Second Floor Dining
7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Graduates Report for Line-up

John S. Toll Science Center

9:00 a.m.

Washington College's 242nd Commencement Ceremony