Graduating doctoral students must complete the Application to Graduate in Self-Service Banner by April 17, 2026, as well as register to attend the Doctoral Ceremony and other weekend events through the Tassel platform by April 27, 2026. Students will be notified via email when Tassel opens. See additional information about receiving your doctoral degree on the Graduate School website. Important graduation deadlines can be found on the Registrar’s website.

Receiving Your Graduate Degree

Regalia (cap or tam, gown and hood) must be worn for the Procession and Commencement ceremonies on Saturday and Sunday. Commissioning students and those with military service have the option to wear formal military attire in place of the cap and gown if they so choose and if permitted according to their status with the military. More information regarding the purchase and rental of regalia is available on the Brown Bookstore website.

The Doctoral Ceremony is not ticketed; however, all graduating doctoral students must register online in advance to receive smart wristbands that will grant themselves and their guests access to the College Green area and key ceremonies and events throughout Commencement and Reunion Weekend, including the Doctoral Ceremony, Procession and University Ceremony on Sunday.

Registration will open in April, and smart wristbands can be printed at Grad Fair on May 7 and at other designated times and locations leading up to Commencement and Reunion Weekend. Visit the Event Access and Ticketing page for more information.

Guidance for International Guests

International students who want to invite family members to attend Commencement can find information about obtaining a visitor visa on the International Student and Scholar Services website.