Students who have completed all degree requirements and are in good financial standing prior to Commencement will be able to participate in the 2026 ceremony.  Students who graduated October 1, 2025 are also invited to attend Commencement exercises.

Reminder: Candidates with outstanding balances including paying the grad fee should contact the Business Office to settle their accounts or they will not be allowed to participate in the Commencement ceremony.

If you have concerns about the pronunciation of your name at Commencement, and have not yet completed an Intent to Graduate Form, you may find it at  https://registrar.press.hollins.edu/academic-forms/. Intent to graduate forms are due on Thursday, March 5th, 2026 for both Undergraduate and Graduate students.