- Pre-ordered academic regalia (cap, gown, and tassel) may be picked up and purchased in the Campus Bookstore when you attend the Graduation Fair in the Lares Building. Please note, if you did not pre-order academic regalia, you may still purchase it from the Campus Bookstore as they will have additional items to support our graduates. The total cost of the academic regalia package is $76.26 (includes tax).
A Spring Graduation Fair (April 23, 2:00-6:00 p.m., and April 24, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.) will be held for those students completing their degree requirements in Spring 2026 and planning on participating in the Spring commencement.
No regalia will be available at commencement.
Commencement ceremonies will be held on Friday, May 8, 2025.
Ceremony times will be 9:00 a.m., noon, and 3:00 p.m.
- 9:00 a.m. Ceremony
- Biology (BS)
- Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations (BS)
- Elementary and Early Childhood Education (BS)
- Computer Science (BS)
- Engineering (BS)
- Information Technology (BS)
- Integrative Science (BS)
- 12:00 p.m. Ceremony
- Business Administration (AS)
- Criminal Justice (AS)
- Accounting (BS)
- Business (BS)
- Criminal Justice (BA and BS)
- Finance (BS)
- Health Policy Administration (BS)
- Marketing (BS)
- Project and Supply Chain Management (BS)
- 3:00 p.m. Ceremony
- Multidisciplinary Studies (AA)
- Art (BA)
- Corporate Communication (BA)
- English (BA)
- Health Humanities (BA and BS)
- History (BA)
- Integrative Arts (BA)
- Multidisciplinary Studies (BA)
- Psychological and Social Sciences (BA and BS)
- Psychology (BA and BS)
- Rehabilitation and Human Services (BS)
- Recreation, Park and Tourism Management (BS)
- Communication Arts and Sciences (BA)
- Global and International Studies (BS)
Graduates should arrive no later than half an hour before their assigned ceremony
Commencement will be held at the Keswick Theater, 291 N Keswick Ave, Glenside, PA 19038.
There are a variety of parking options available for the Keswick. The parking lot behind the venue has pay-to-park kiosks. There are also pay-to-park options in Keswick Village and free parking available in Glenside, near the theater. With an event of this size, arriving early will give you the best available options for parking.
What time to graduates arrive?
Graduates are asked to arrive at Keswick Theater one hour before the ceremony begins. Ceremony times will be 9:00 a.m., noon, and 3:00 p.m. Programs will be assigned a commencement time in March 2026.
Where do graduates line up for the ceremony?
Abington staff will direct graduates inside Keswick Theater.
What time do the doors open for guests?
Doors will open to guests one hour before the commencement ceremony begins. Ceremony times will be 9:00 a.m., noon, and 3:00 p.m.
Is there a student rehearsal before the ceremony?
No. Students are asked to report one hour before the ceremony begins dressed in their caps and gowns. Further instructions will be given to graduates upon arrival.
Will the ceremony be live-streamed?
Yes. The ceremony will be streamed on Penn State Abington's YouTube channel.
Are noisemakers, signs, or balloons permitted at the ceremony?
No. These items are not permitted as they will block the view of other guests and/or disrupt the ceremony. If you arrive with these items, you will be asked to return them to your car.
Will graduates receive diplomas at commencement?
Diplomas are not distributed during commencement ceremonies. After all degree requirements are met and reviewed by the academic college and the Registrar’s Office (approximately eight weeks following commencement), diplomas will be mailed to the diploma address (if applicable) or permanent address set in LionPATH.
How many guest tickets do graduates receive?
Each graduate receives 5 tickets. Tickets are required for entry. No exceptions will be made. In the event of multiple ceremonies, tickets will be color-coded for the ceremony and are not interchangeable. When picking up tickets at the Graduation Fair, please indicate if you or a guest requires ADA-accessible seating.
Do children need tickets?
Yes. Children aged 2 and older require a ticket.
All graduates must pick up their tickets at the Graduation Fairs (April 23, 2:00-6:00 p.m., and April 24, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.) in the Lares Building. This is the ONLY opportunity to pick up tickets. No tickets will be distributed on the day of commencement.
Is ADA parking available?
There are ADA parking spaces and a parking lot across the street from the Keswick Theater. There are also drop-off areas in front of the theater's main doors and in the alley adjacent to the front doors.
Is there a specific accessible entryway, or are all entries accessible?
Each separate public area in the venue is accessible. Please ask for assistance from staff upon arrival.
Are there ADA accessible restrooms? If so, where are they?
The restrooms on the first floor have accessible stalls.
Will you have sign language interpreters?
Yes. American Sign Language interpreters will be situated in front of the stage for both ceremonies.
Are there viewing areas that comply with ADA requirements?
When picking up tickets at the Graduation Fair, please indicate if you or a guest require(s) ADA-accessible seating. Ushers will guide guests who need ADA-accessible seating to the designated area on the day of the ceremony.
Will photos taken by a professional photographer be available for purchase?
Yes. GradImages® is proud to support one of the biggest moments in a graduate’s life: walking across the stage and into the next chapter. With over 40 years of experience, we understand the importance of this moment and the desire to preserve these memories for a lifetime. Finding your graduate’s photos after the ceremony is easy. Visit www.GradImages.com to view and purchase custom photo products like prints, plaques, specialty gifts, and more.
You can also pre-register your contact information using the link below. Upon completion, you will receive a coupon code for 20% off an order of $50 or more.
https://www.gradimages.com/Registration
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your photos, please contact GradImages Customer Service Department at (800) 261-2576, online at www.gradimages.com, or email [email protected]. We have a large team of customer care representatives ready to help graduates and family members with anything they may need.
Can I get close to the stage and take a photo of my grad receiving their diploma?
Contact [email protected] with any questions.