55th Commencement

On behalf of Wilmington University, we extend our sincere best wishes to the graduates and to all who have supported you in your accomplishments. We look forward to your attendance at the Commencement ceremony, when we will recognize the achievements of the students who have applied for a degree.

Sunday, May 31 & Monday, June 1, 2026

Chase Center on the Riverfront
815 Justison St.
Wilmington, DE  19801
Directions

Ceremony Times

There are three ceremony start times as listed below. There are two concurrent ceremonies at each ceremony time, for a total of six separate ceremonies.

Ceremony times and rooms
Arrival Time: Graduates should plan to arrive and check in no later than this time.
Ceremony Time: Each ceremony begins promptly at this time. All guests should be in the hall and seated at this time.
Date Arrival Time Ceremony Begins Wilmington Hall Riverfront Ballroom
Sunday, May 31 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m.

College of Education and Liberal Arts and College of Sciences and Engineering

all graduates

College of Social and Behavioral Sciences

all graduates
Sunday, May 31 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m.

College of Business and Technology

associates and bachelor’s graduates

College of Nursing and Health Professions

all graduates
Monday, June 1 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m.

College of Business and Technology (Business)

master’s and doctoral graduates

College of Business and Technology (Technology)

master’s and doctoral graduates

Tickets

All ceremony attendees, including graduates, require a ticket for admission to the venue. Anyone without a ticket will not be admitted into the venue.

  • Each graduate requires a graduate ticket, separate from guest tickets.
  • Each guest, regardless of age, requires an individual guest ticket.
  • Graduates are issued a specific number of guest tickets. Additional guest tickets are not available due to limited capacity at the venue.
  • Each electronic ticket is unique and can only be used to admit one individual to the venue.

Wilmington University distributes commencement tickets electronically. Graduates will be sent an email in early May with instructions for obtaining and using the electronic tickets.

  • Please distribute electronic tickets to your guests before entering the venue and explain our policies.
  • All graduates and guests should be prepared to present a ticket upon entering the venue, either printed (on your own, in advance) or on a smartphone. Wilmington University cannot provide printed tickets in advance or at the venue.
  • Wilmington University is not responsible for lost or misplaced tickets.

Ceremony Guidelines and Procedures

All ceremony attendees, including graduates, require a ticket for admission to the venue. See Tickets above for more information.

Please note these essential points to ensure a safe and vibrant ceremony at the Chase Center on the Riverfront.

For accessibility accommodations, see Who do I notify for accessibility? on our Graduation FAQ.

Security and Safety

  • All graduates and guests should be prepared to present a ticket upon entering the venue, either printed or on a smartphone.
  • Masks and face coverings are optional. While masks are not required, continuing to wear one is a personal decision. We respect anyone who makes that choice.
  • Standard security measures will be in place, so everyone entering the Chase Center will be searched.
  • Strollers, infant carriers, balloons, backpacks, large purses, or outside food and beverages are not permitted in the Chase Center.

The graduation year on your tassel is based on the commencement year ceremony, not the year you finished your degree.