Is attendance at the rehearsal on Wednesday, December 16, at 6:00 p.m. required?  YES! All students attending the University-wide ceremony at KICC are required to attend the Commencement rehearsal. The rehearsal will cover the processional and other student concerns, and will confirm your name call card and your place in the lineup.

How do I receive my cap and gown?
If you place an online order before the October 31 deadline, pick up your academic apparel at the Red Barn on the distribution dates.

Do I have to pick up my apparel in person or can someone pick it up for me? When you pick up your cap and gown, you must check your order for correct contents, size, and tassel/hood color. Be sure to have your confirmation order number with you. If someone else picks up your apparel, that person must assume these responsibilities for you. There will be no exchanges after distribution closes on Thursday at 4:00 p.m. All apparel must be picked up during distribution. Unclaimed apparel will not be refunded, credited or stored for later pickup.

How do I buy souvenir tassels?
You may purchase souvenir tassels online when you order your cap and gown or you may purchase a souvenir tassel at the Red Barn during apparel distribution. Souvenir tassels are Red and Black and display the University's Minerva Seal and the cost is $8.50. They are not to be worn during the ceremony. The tassel you wear during the ceremony depicts your degree and will be packaged with your cap and gown order.

What about Honor cords?
Students graduating with honors will be identified on a list provided by the Dean's office of their school or college. If you believe you are eligible and you are not on the list, you must go to your dean's office to resolve the issue and get written permission to purchase a cord. Honor cords can be purchased at the Red Barn during apparel distribution.

Where can I buy a class ring? The Alumni Association offers an Alumni class ring year-round. The bookstores also offer University of Louisville class rings.

Where can I buy a Commencement video?
The University technology staff will provide video services at the University-wide ceremony. Copies of the December 2009 University-wide Commencement video will be available for purchase. The DVD cost $20.00 and there is a $5.00 shipping fee (U.S. shipping only)
Order Online through the iTech Xpress Store:
  www.louisville.edu/it/itechxpress select click here to enter the store
  You will be prompted to login with your UofL ID and password
  The commencement video in DVD format will be listed under featured products
Purchase  in the iTech Xpress Store Location:
   Belknap Campus (502) 852-4943
   Miller Information Technology Center
   University of Louisville
   Louisville, KY 40292
Order Online and mail CHECK to iTech Xpress Store:
  www.louisville.edu/it/itechxpress - select Commencement Link
  Fill out the form, submit it, and print it out
  Mail your check with your printout to the iTech Xpress Store

 Diploma questions?
If you have a question regarding your degree application, diploma, or your application fee, see Diplomas or call Office of the Registrar at (502) 852-6522 or you may e-mail regoff  Diplomas usually arrive in the Registrar's Office 6 to 8 weeks after the ceremony.

When will my degree be posted on my transcript?
Most degrees are posted on transcripts one month after Commencement. You can check your unofficial transcript on the UofL web site: Unofficial Transcript This service provides an Unofficial Transcript of your course work between Fall 1982 to the present.

Information for commencement will be posted and updated periodically at this web site.