Stanford
Commencement

Stanford Commencement Weekend

June 13 - 16, 2024

A Commencement Message from President Saller

Stanford’s 2024 graduates and their parents, families and friends:

I am pleased to invite you to Stanford University’s 133rd Commencement Weekend. Commencement Weekend is a time to celebrate our graduates for their achievements, thank their family members and loved ones for their support, and share in time-honored Stanford traditions.

On this site, you will find all you need to know for Commencement, including details of the weekend’s events, important dates and deadlines, information for visitors, and more.

It has been a pleasure to witness our students explore intellectually, grow in knowledge, and build community throughout their years at Stanford. I look forward to celebrating with you in June.

Sincerely,

Richard Saller
President

Saturday, June 15, 2024

Baccalaureate Celebration

Baccalaureate at Stanford is a multi faith celebratory gathering for graduating seniors, graduate students, and their families. The celebration will be held on Saturday, June 15 at 10:00 a.m. in Frost Amphitheater. 

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Sunday, June 16, 2024

Commencement Ceremony

Over the past 133 years, Stanford University has established a rich history of Commencement traditions. We look forward to celebrating with graduates, friends, family, faculty, and guests on Sunday, June 16 at 9:30 a.m. in Stanford Stadium.

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Sunday, June 16, 2024

School & Department Ceremonies

Most school and department ceremonies will take place at various times and locations across campus following the main ceremony on Sunday, June 16.

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