Graduation and Beyond

Graduation Ceremony and Reception

You’re almost at the finish line! But before you join the esteemed ranks of The University of Alabama alumni, you’ll be invited to participate in commencement and other campus activities during graduation weekend. This includes an exclusive UA Online in-person reception for our distance learning graduates and their guests. Please note:

• Each graduation candidate should file a degree application one semester before their term of graduation. More information is available at registrar.ua.edu/graduation.
• Degrees are conferred at the end of each semester. To cover the expense of the commencement exercises and diploma, a fee is charged to each person applying for graduation.
• Commencement ceremony schedules, parking information, locations and more information can be found at commencement.ua.edu.

Fall 2026 commencement is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 11, 2026.

Be sure to review commencement details, ceremony schedules, graduation instructions and event information on The University of Alabama’s official commencement website.

UA Online Graduation Reception

Before commencement, UA Online graduates and their guests are invited to celebrate with their fellow students, faculty and staff at the UA Online Graduation Reception.

Friday, Dec. 11, 2026, from 12–2:30 p.m.
UA Student Center Ballroom

This special event recognizes the dedication and perseverance it takes to earn a degree through online learning. Watch your email for details on how to RSVP.

Purchase Your Graduation Regalia

Students must have the appropriate academic regalia to participate in commencement. The UA Supe Store offers everything you’ll need, including:

• Caps and gowns
• Tassels
• Stoles
• Honor cords
• Graduation accessories

We encourage graduates to order early to ensure everything arrives before commencement.

Commemorate Your Accomplishment With a Class Ring

Your degree is more than a milestone. It’s a lifelong achievement.

Celebrate your success with an official University of Alabama class ring through Jostens. Personalize your ring to reflect your unique UA Online journey and carry your Capstone connection with you wherever life takes you. A class ring serves as a lasting symbol of your hard work, dedication and success as a member of the Alabama family.

Commemorative Card

Want to commemorate this momentous occasion? Get your official University of Alabama Graduate Commemorative Card!

This $50 card features your ACT Card photo, name and graduation term, and it’s only available to graduates of The University of Alabama.

This card is for commemorative purposes only, is not an official form of identification and does not guarantee current UA status. This card cannot be used for Action Card services on or off campus.

Your Graduation Checklist

• Order your cap and gown
• Review commencement information and ceremony details
• RSVP for the UA Online Graduation Reception
• Make travel and lodging arrangements, if needed
• Celebrate your achievement!

Congratulations! Your hard work has led to this moment, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you in Tuscaloosa. Roll Tide!

Career Services

UA Online offers a dedicated career services advisor for students and alumni. They’re here for everything from advice on how to find internships, preparing your resume, mock interviews, job searches, reviewing your LinkedIn profile and more. Make an appointment to meet by phone or online.

The UA Career Center also provides many resources to assist UA alumni with self-assessment, career exploration and job search strategies.

• Resume and Job Search Resources
• Graduate and PhD Student Resources
• Handshake
• First Destination Survey

National Alumni Association

UA National Alumni Association membership is open to current students! There are many benefits to joining this well-connected network before graduation. Learn more at alumni.ua.edu.

Testing Services

The University of Alabama’s Testing Services administers many professional school entrance exams and certification exams. A complete list is available at testing.ua.edu.

Professional Development

Continue sharpening your skills now and after graduation with Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning programs and conferences. Virtual and in-person trainings offer continuing education credits, networking and personal development across a wide range of subjects. Learn more at training.ua.edu.