Ceremony Details
What is the guest policy for the Pratt School of Engineering Master’s Hooding Ceremony and Duke University Commencement Ceremony?
Guests are welcome to attend both the Master’s Hooding Ceremony and the Master’s Programs Reception with no limit on the number of guests and no tickets required.
The Duke University Commencement Ceremony DOES require tickets this year. Details on how to register are provided by the Office of Special Events & University Ceremonies here.
Where is accessible parking available?
Accessible parking is available in the Bryan Center Lot and adjacent parking garage.
Drop-off area: Bryan Center Lot/Traffic Circle.
There is an accessible pathway leading from the drop-off area to the ramped entrance via a slightly sloped sidewalk.
I have international friends and family who want to attend the ceremonies at Duke. Can you provide a visa letter?
Visa letters can be requested HERE.
For any visa-related questions, contact Duke VISA Services at 919-681-8472 or VISAHELP@mc.duke.edu.
If a Confirmation of Status Form is required, email the form to Cherie Creten (Cherie.creten@duke.edu) for the department signature.
I have friends and family who cannot attend. Will the ceremonies be streamed or recorded?
The Pratt School of Engineering Master’s Hooding Ceremony will be available on the Pratt School of Engineering’s YouTube channel.
A recording will be posted 2-3 business days after the event.
The Duke University Commencement Ceremony will be streamed live on https://commencement.duke.edu.
Diplomas & Academic Records
When will I receive my diploma?
September 2024 graduates and December 2024 graduates: Diplomas should have already arrived by mail.
May 2025 graduates:
Diplomas will be mailed to the “degree address” selected in DukeHub.
Domestic addresses: Expect delivery 4-5 weeks after graduation.
International addresses: Expect delivery 5-7 weeks after graduation.
Digital diploma: Sent to Duke email from Parchment (check spam folder if missing) shortly after May 20.
Questions? Contact registrar@duke.edu.
Additional Information
Information regarding the Duke University Commencement Ceremony (Sunday, May 12) is managed by the University. Visit the Duke Commencement website or contact commencement@duke.edu.
For ticketing questions, contact the Ticketing Office at tickets@duke.edu.
Questions about diplomas? Contact registrar@duke.edu.
