Commencement Information

FAQ
Registrar Office

Commencement Ceremonies

Graduation exercises for William Carey University  degree candidates will take place according to the following schedule. The times set for each ceremony are subject to change as conditions require. All plans are contingent upon health and safety guidelines leading up to the commencement dates.

CEREMONIES

Ceremonies will be held at:

Temple Baptist Church
5220 Old Hwy 11
Hattiesburg, MS

Spring 2025

Thursday, May 15 - 5PM

  • School of Education

Friday, May 16 - 2PM

  • To be determined


Friday, May 16 - 5PM

  • To be determined

DIPLOMAS

Digital diplomas, after you claim your diploma via Parchment.com, will be sent out 7-10 business days after graduation. Your physical copy will be sent 3-4 weeks after graduation.

If you have a hold on your account, you will not be able to receive your diploma until the hold is released.

TICKETS

Tickets are not required for May 2025 Commencement. This may change for future ceremonies.

Commencement Program

Archived: 2024 - August Commencement

DRESS CODE

Please wear your Sunday best under your regalia

  • Slacks with a collared shirt and tie.
  • A modest, knee length dress or skirt.

Be sure to wear comfortable shoes as you will be walking a lot.

REGALIA & DIPLOMA FRAME INFORMATION

William Carey University has launched a new look for our regalia starting with our Spring 2023 commencement ceremonies! This regalia is unique to William Carey, and it can only be purchased through the WCU bookstore, Barnes and Noble. Only WCU regalia will be allowed at the commencement ceremony.

Cap and gown orders are ordered through Oak Hall or processed by the William Carey Bookstore at the Hattiesburg campus. Call 601-318-6123 for more information.

Diploma frames are available in the William Carey Bookstore or online at Barnes and Noble at WCU or online at Framing Success.

Official William Carey University announcements with matching envelopes will be available for sale online or by phone (1-800-225-3687). Please allow at least three weeks for delivery.

For questions or more information, contact the William Carey Bookstore at 601-318-6123 or e-mail bkswmcarey@bncollege.com

William Carey University does not permit decorated caps or gowns of any kind. Those found with decorated caps will be instructed to remove the decorations or purchase a new cap from the Bookstore on site.
Please note, flowers and balloons are not permissible at graduation.

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