A Pitt graduate walks into the commencement ceremony held at the Petersen Events Center.
Time to Celebrate

The winter University-wide Commencement Ceremony will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the John M. and Gertrude E. Petersen Events Center. 

Whether you are a graduate or guest, we have the information you need to know here.

 

Winter Commencement Speaker

The Honorable Deborah L. Wince-Smith, president and CEO of the Council on Competitiveness, will serve as the University of Pittsburgh’s 2025 winter commencement speaker. Learn more here.