Commencement
The Commencement team works to make the graduation ceremony a memorable experience for you! If you need information concerning your diploma, degree verification, graduation applications, etc, contact graduation@uwf.edu or visit uwf.edu/graduation.
Prepare. Celebrate. Remember
Join us as we celebrate the achievements of our graduates. Whether you are preparing to walk the stage, supporting a graduate, or participating in the ceremony, this page will guide you through everything you need to know.
Fall 2026 Commencement
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Pensacola Bay Center, 201 E. Gregory Street, Downtown Pensacola
Please note: There are two ceremonies; one for undergrad degrees, the other for graduate degrees.
10:00 am - Undergraduates
College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (CASSH)
Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering (HMCSE)
Lewis Bear Jr College of Business (LBJCOB)
School of Education (SOE)
Usha Kundu, MD College of Health (UKCOH)
2:00 pm - Graduates
All Master's, Specialists and Doctorates
Summer Graduates: UWF does not have a Commencement ceremony at the end of the summer semester. Summer graduates are invited to walk in the Commencement ceremony the spring before or the fall after graduation.
Commencement Information
Important information to guide graduates through the process of their big day of celebration.
A checklist is provided to assist students in being fully prepared for Commencement.
Frequently asked questions concerning Commencement. Check here for any questions you may have.
Useful information for faculty attending Commencement.
Let us know if you would like to volunteer to assist during Commencement.
Useful information for guests attending Commencement.
Students must register to participate by the deadline. The RSVP includes information for the reader card and photographers.
The ceremonies are webcast live by WUWF. Archived recordings can also be found on the WUWF website.
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ADA Compliance
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations is requested to advise UWF by contacting the ADA Program Office 850.474.2694, 711 (TTY), visit uwf.edu/ADAForEvents or email ada@uwf.edu at least two (2) business days prior to the event.