

WPI’s Commencement Ceremony dates back to 1871 when the university sent the 16 young men of its very first graduating class out into the world. WPI celebrates the completion of graduate and undergraduate degree requirements with two separate graduation ceremonies.
Across two ceremonies on May 15 and May 16, 2025, more than 1,700 graduate and undergraduate students will receive their bachelor's, master's or doctoral degrees. As tradition holds, these students will take their final walk as students across Earle Bridge earlier in the week, after the formal faculty vote to confer their respective degrees.
This page was last updated on May 15, 2025.
Graduate Ceremony
Doors open at 3:30pm
Undergraduate Ceremony
Doors Open at 11:30am
Ceremony Livestreams

Graduating Students
Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! Both Graduate and Undergraduate Commencement Ceremonies will be held at the DCU Center in Worcester. Find information regarding the tasks you’ll need to complete throughout the spring.

Family & Friends
Congrats to the Class of 2025! We are delighted to celebrate the wonderful accomplishments of these graduates. Find logistical information on everything from parking to dining to the ceremony details.

Graduation Signs and Banners
Congratulations are in order for the Class of 2025, and what better way to celebrate and express your excitement and pride than with WPI branded graduation signs and banners! Shop online from a variety of branded and personalized options that can be shipped directly to your home!
Meet Some of WPI's Graduating Class
Scenes from Commencement over the years









































HAVE QUESTIONS?
Check out our FAQ page, email us at commencement@wpi.edu or call us at 508-831-6888.