Commencement

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 1,500 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 October 9, 2024.

Graduate smiling at camera with cap and gown

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.

INFO FOR GRADUATING STUDENTS

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Family & Friends

Congrats to the Class of 2024! We are delighted to celebrate the wonderful accomplishments of these graduates. Find logistical information on everything from parking to dining to the ceremony details.

INFO FOR FAMILY & FRIENDS

WATCH

The One Hundred Fifty-Fifth Commencement Ceremonies

Couldn't attend Commencement? Catch some of the most captivating moments in our recap videos here.

Or, to watch the full ceremony, go to the recorded livestreams below.

Alexandra Wolf '25

BS in Biomedical Engineering

Alexandra combines her love of music with her career aspirations in the biomedical engineering industry. As a field hockey player, she appreciates the benefits of being part of a team, both on and off the field. [...]