​Commencement FAQs

Every graduate at Commencement must wear a cap and gown. You can order your regalia through the Torero Store. Click here for additional information and to order your regalia from the Torero Store.

UPDATE as of April 11, 2022 : With careful consideration from the Commencement Committee, University Events production team, and Torero Stadium operations representatives, we are pleased to inform you that the 2022 School of Law commencement ceremony will not be a ticketed event.

Students may invite the number of guests that they desire, and seating will be General Admission/not reserved.

Immediate family (spouse, parent, grandparent or sibling) who are alumni of USD School of Law can participate in congratulating graduates on stage at the commencement ceremony. Any graduating student who wishes to have their relative(s) participate must email the Office for Law Student Affairs by April 8, 2022. Participation in the commencement ceremony entails the relative sitting on stage and presenting the student with their diploma during the presentation of candidates. Please note that this process must be initiated by the student.

Come dressed in your gown, and bring your USD hood, mortarboard or tam, tassel, and any commencement cords. Shoes are required! Staff will be present to ensure your graduation attire is appropriately displayed - so if you do not know how to put on the hood, tam, or accessories, that is okay - we do!

Avoid having purses or bags with you if possible, as you will not want anything impeding your ability to grab your diploma! Staff cannot hold or secure your personal items.

The USD School of Law commencement ceremony will be webcast live on the internet and will be available for replay following the ceremony.

Diplomas will be mailed directly to graduates after class rank and honors have been determined (approximately mid-July). It is very important that you ensure that your contact information and mailing address are up-to-date in the MySanDiego portal in order to receive your diploma in a timely manner.

You will receive any awarded Concentration Certificates and your Honors Brochure at the same address mid-summer.

For questions about this page, please email the Office for Law Student Affairs.