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The Ceremony

Commencement at Husky Stadium

On June 13, 2026, the University of Washington will honor the graduating class of 2025 at the University’s 150th Annual Commencement Exercises. Over 7,400 graduates will take the field at the magnificent Husky Stadium to the cheers and applause of 50,000 family members and friends. This will be a once-in-a-lifetime event in the lives of graduates and parents alike – an experience not to be missed.

Participants

All graduates are required to wear cap and gown, which may be purchased through the Registration/Order Form, available on this website in early May 2026.

Tickets

Entrance tickets are required for both our students and their guests. All tickets are complimentary and should be ordered by the graduate when completing the Commencement Registration/Order Form. All reasonable requests for tickets will be met. For more information visit the tickets page.

Reserved disability seating is available through the Registration/Order Form for guests in wheelchairs, guests with mobility impairment and guests needing American Sign Language. For more information visit disability accommodations pages.

Parking

Parking permits for a wide variety of campus lots may be purchased by graduates when they fill out the Registration/Order Form. Permits are available for parking on Commencement Day, June 13, or for school, college and departmental ceremonies that take place before and after Commencement. Disability parking is available on any day and can be selected by the graduates when they complete the registration/order form. For more information visit our parking page.

Security

For a list of items allowed in Husky stadium, visit the security information page.