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Undergraduate Commencement

Undergraduate Commencement

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Worcester State University’s 2023 Undergraduate Commencement ceremony will be held on:

Saturday, May 13, 2023 – 10am

DCU Center
50 Foster St., Worcester
Graduates must check in at 8am
Doors to the general public open at 8:30am

Congratulations!

There is much to celebrate! You have:

  • Made class and lab attendance an integral part of your life
  • Devoted many hours to studying
  • Dedicated yourself to completing challenging research and creativity projects
  • Stepped out of your comfort zone to broaden your knowledge through service-learning and internship opportunities
  • Expanded your friendship circle
  • Discovered new interests through involvement in clubs, the honor society, or student organizations
  • Maybe even ventured to study in another part of the country or world
  • You are prepared to change the way the world works

Before Commencement arrives, there are a few things you will need to do before you can graduate. Our checklist for undergraduate students will help you navigate through the process. If you have questions about your graduation status please contact the Registrar’s Office at 508-929-8035 or registrar@worcester.edu.

A proud Worcester State graduate holding up their diploma
Cap & Gown Purchase
The ordering site through Balfour for the undergraduate cap/gown/tassel package is now live and will close on Friday, March 17. All purchases are non-refundable. Caps and gowns are $25. There is a ship to home option for an additional fee.

On campus cap and gown pick up will be held the week of May 1. Details will be emailed to all students on pick up.

If you need assistance while on the site or have questions regarding your order, please contact Balfour directly at 800-683-4771 from 8:30am to 4:30pm (CST) Monday-Friday or email customer_service@buildagrad.com.
Order Your Cap and Gown
Students holding up a banner that states "Urban Studies" at graduation
Farewell to the Class of 2023
Party on the Eve
Save The Date
Party on the Eve
A Special Class of 2023 & Alumni Celebration
Friday, May 12, 2023, 6-9pm
Celebratory roses
Flower Purchases & Balloon Policy
Flower Purchases

Support the Class of 2024 and your Worcester State University graduate by purchasing roses inside the DCU Center Exhibition Hall on Commencement Day. Sale begins at 8am in the lobby. Prices are $25 for a half-dozen and $49 for one dozen—convenient and a good value. Graduate t-shirts are also on sale for $30 and graduation teddy bears for $27.

You may also purchase items ahead of time and pick up on site at the DCU Center the day of Commencement. Cash or credit cards are accepted on site.

Balloon Policy

Please note that the use of helium balloons is prohibited at the DCU Center.
Preorder Flowers
4 Proud Worcester State graduates holding up their diplomas
Commencement Keepsakes
Celebrate your college days and relish your achievement with Worcester State memorabilia that will last a lifetime. Our University Advancement office offers many keepsakes for you or your loved one. Each item is meticulously crafted in the highest quality. The items below can be ordered by contacting the Alumni Office at 508-929-8141. Diploma frames and other gifts and collectibles can be purchased through the Worcester State Bookstore.
Visit the Bookstore
A Worcester State student receiving their diploma
Commencement Photography
The Grad Team, professional photographers, will be on hand to photograph your special moment as you cross the stage and are congratulated by President Maloney. They will provide portrait photographs of each graduate as well as candid photos of the graduating class. Don't miss out on these special memories. Pre-register and have your proofs emailed directly to you or a family member.
Pre-Register with “The Grad Team” Photographers

Commencement Details

We recommend that you park in the Worcester Municipal Parking Garage— a 2-minute walk from the DCU Center. The garage is located at 30 Major Taylor Blvd. on the corner of Major Blvd. and MLK Jr. Blvd. For more information, please contact 508-792-0314. There is a minimal charge for parking. Additional parking can be found at area lots and garages near the facility.

  • City Square
    100 Front St. – 508-791-7689
  • Dwight Foster Parking
    27 Waldo St. – 508-757-2703
  • Exchange Street Parking
    10 Exchange St. – 508-791-8586
  • First American Realty Parking
    100 MLK Jr. Blvd. – 508-798-8844
  • Pearl-Elm Municipal Garage
    20 Pearl St. – 508-799-1463

Accessibility Accommodations and Accessible Seating Requests

Worcester State is committed to providing accessible events for our students and their guests.

Students are required to fill out a form to request accessible tickets in advance, and all requests are due by Friday, April 21, 2023. The university cannot guarantee that there will be accessible seating or other types of accommodations available after the deadline. Please note that there will be two tickets available per request, one for the person with mobility or other sensory issues and one for a companion.

Accessibility Accommodations: Request Accessible Seating

Note: Worcester State login required to access request form.

ASL interpreters will be onsite, and visible from any area in the DCU Center. Wheelchairs are not provided either by the DCU Center or the university.

Congratulations! Now change the world.

Checklist
Order your Cap & Gown
Questions?
Questions?
undergradcommence@worcester.edu