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Commencement

Commencement Overview

The university, along with the Price School, hosts a variety of celebratory commencement activities to honor our graduating students. From the main university ceremony to the Price School Commencement Ceremony, these events provide opportunities for graduates, families, and friends to come together and commemorate this significant achievement.

Explore the full range of activities designed to make this milestone truly unforgettable. 

Price School Commencement Ceremony

Friday, May 16, 2025, at 4:30 pm

Location: Shrine Auditorium, 649 West Jefferson Boulevard at Royal Street (north of campus)

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Price School Doctoral Hooding Ceremony

The Doctoral Hooding Ceremony for candidates will take place during the Price School Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 4:30 pm.

Price School Commencement Reception

Friday, May 16, 2025 | 1:30-3:00 pm 

Location: McClintock Lawn, USC Village (Corner of W. Jefferson Blvd. and McClintock Ave.)

We are thrilled to invite you to the USC Price Commencement Ceremony Reception, a special event to honor the remarkable accomplishments of the Class of 2025. Join us on May 16, 2025, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM at the beautiful Village McClintock Lawn, where graduating students and their families will gather to celebrate this milestone moment. 

Following the reception, the USC Price Commencement Ceremony will take place at the iconic Shrine Auditorium at 4:30 PM, marking the official celebration of graduates’ achievements. Graduating students will meet at Exposition Hall at 3:30 PM. We look forward to celebrating with our graduates and sharing the joy of this unforgettable occasion. Don’t miss the chance to commemorate this chapter with friends, family, and the USC Price family! 

USC Main Commencement Ceremony

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 7:00 pm at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.  For more information please visit the USC Commencement site

Special University Celebrations

Please visit the USC Commencement site for special university-hosted celebrations such as the Baccalaureate Ceremony, cultural celebrations, Lavender Graduate Celebration, military and veteran celebrations, and more.