Fall Commencement Ceremonies

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2026!  WE ARE PROUD OF YOU AND ALL YOU HAVE ACCOMPLISHED AT UIC!

We look forward to recognizing our summer and fall 2026 graduates from the Colleges of Applied Health Sciences; Architecture, Design and the Arts, Business Administration; Education; Engineering; Liberal Arts and Sciences; Nursing; Urban Planning and Public Affairs; School of Public Health; and School of Law in December 2026.

All ceremonies will be held at the Credit Union 1 Arena, 525 South Racine.

Friday, December 11

7:00 PM - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Saturday, December 12

9:00 AM - College of Business Administration, College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs, and School of Law

2:00 PM - College of Architecture, Design, and the Arts, College of Education, and College of Engineering

7:00 PM - College of Applied Health Sciences, College of Nursing, and School of Public Health

 

Commencement is a joyous occasion that brings together students, parents, friends and guests to celebrate your remarkable achievements. It serves as a testament to your dedication, hard work and perseverance throughout your academic journey.  Courtesy and mutual respect for all those in attendance are critical for the enjoyment of this momentous occasion.

Graduates must register to participate in the commencement ceremonies.  The link to register will be sent in October.

Each ceremony is expected to last 2 hours or less.  Graduates are expected to stay for the duration of the ceremony.

If you have any questions, please email  commencement@uic.edu.

Caps and Gowns

Caps and gowns can be purchased through the UIC Bookstore, located in either in store or online. Shipping and pick up options are available.  The UIC Bookstore is located on the first floor of Student Center East, 750 S. Halsted.

Parking

For Credit Union 1 Arena:

Complimentary parking is available in the Harrison Street Parking Structure, located 1100 West Harrison Street, Lot 1A, 1109 West Harrison Street or Lot 1B, located 1139 West Harrison Street. Parking in the Harrison Street Parking Structure may be limited. If necessary, guests will be directed to the Halsted/Taylor Street Parking Structure, located at 760 West Taylor Street. Complimentary UIC shuttle buses will be available and directional signage will be posted.

Facility Information
All graduates and guests will enter through Evolv security systems.

Only small bags, 14" X 14" X 6" or less, will be allowed into the venue.  Bags larger than 14" X 14" X 6" will NOT be allowed into the venues.  All bags are subject to search upon entry.

The following items are prohibited in the Credit Union 1 Arena and UIC Dorin Forum:
•             Tripods (cameras welcome)
•             Strollers
•             Helium Balloons
•             Noisemakers or air horns
•             Pyrotechnic devices
•             Outside food or beverages
•             Weapons of any kind including knives, spikes, sticks, or anything else deemed unsafe
•             Laser pointers
•             Graphic boards
•             Bottles or cans
•             Mace
•             Aerosol cans
•             Confetti