Commencement

To participate in the Commencement ceremony, the proper regalia is required, which consists of an NDMU cap, gown, tassel, and hood. Graduates should place their order as soon as possible, as you must allow three weeks for shipping and receipt of regalia.

All students expecting to graduate must apply for graduation in order to have their degrees conferred. The conferral of degrees happens on a schedule based on your official completion date: August 31, December 31, or May 31.

Librarian of Congress Dr. Carla Hayden, the first woman and first African American to lead the national library, will address Notre Dame of Maryland University graduates at the 2024 Commencement.