What to Bring
We recommend graduates and guests come prepared with comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen, water, and light snacks. All items are to be kept in a clear bag per the clear bag policy.
We also recommend fully charging your devices before heading to the ceremony and packing lightly.
Parking
For more information on parking, please visit https://commencement.usc.edu/guests/transportation/.
Tickets
Tickets will be required to access campus and all commencement events taking place on May 8-11, 2024. Graduating students will be able to reserve, free of charge, tickets for themselves and up to eight named guests. Tickets will not be transferrable. There will be an appeal process if more tickets are needed. We will begin reserving tickets early next week.
Duration of Ceremony
The ceremony will last approximately one and half (1.5) hours, but may be shorter or longer depending on the total number of candidates participating.
Reception
A reception for USC Dornsife Ph.D. candidatea and their guests will immediately follow the ceremony on the Allyson Felix Field.
Programs
Virtual programs will be available online and accessible via QR code on Commencement day. Guests will have the option to print from home, should they wish to have a paper copy after the event.
Strollers and Balloons
For the safety of our guests, strollers and balloons are not allowed in the venue seating area. All items must be checked in on-site on the Allyson Felix Field.
Disability Services
For more information about Disability Services at the USC Main Commencement Ceremony, click here.
For the in-person Dornsife ceremonies, should you or your guests require disability seating or services, please click here to submit a request. The deadline to submit a request is Friday, May 3, 2024.
Guests will be required to check-in.