STS 2024 Commencement Info
Science, Technology, and Society 2024 Commencement Diploma Ceremony
Sunday, June 16, 2024, 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Location: West Oval Grove
Schedule:
11:30 A.M. Stanford's Main Commencement Ceremony ends
12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. Enjoy lite bites and refreshments at the STS Ceremony Site (West Oval Grove)
1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. STS Commencement Diploma Ceremony
NOTE: All STS students walking in the Commencement Diploma Ceremony MUST REGISTER to attend. If you have not registered, please contact Philip Gilbert at gilberph [at] stanford.edu (gilberph[at]stanford[dot]edu)
Stanford Stadium Commencement Info
Commencement is the main ceremony in Stanford Stadium where all graduating seniors and advanced degree graduates gather from all schools with their families. Find out more information here: https://commencement.stanford.edu/
Plan Your Visit
See recommendations for airports, transportation, and lodging in the area: https://commencement.stanford.edu/plan-your-visit
Guest Information
See information about parking, stadium guidelines, additional viewing options, and health and safety: https://commencement.stanford.edu/plan-your-visit/guest-information
High Profile Guests
If you have any high-profile guests that have special security needs, please send us an email at sts-advisors [at] stanford.edu (sts-advisors[at]stanford[dot]edu)
Regalia (Cap & Gown)
Academic attire is required to participate in many Commencement Weekend activities and will be available to rent or purchase from the Stanford Bookstore, along with graduation gifts and announcements.
Diplomas
All diplomas will be mailed by the Registrar's Office. All diplomas are mailed by USPS. Please allow 6-8 weeks for diploma delivery; international shipping may take more time. Expedited shipping is also available. To pay for expedited shipping, students may request this in the Diploma Request Portal. For more information and to access the Diploma Request Portal see Diplomas
Photography
Stanford policy allows personal filming and photography by individuals on campus so long as:
- Lights, tripods, and other standing equipment are not used
- The images are used exclusively for personal non-commercial purposes (i.e., filming and photography on campus for commercial purposes are prohibited)
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They do not interfere with the operations of the university, the privacy of individuals on campus, and the taking of such photos is consistent with University policies.
You can find the Stanford photography and filming policies here.
Accessibility
Stanford University is committed to ensuring its facilities, programs and services are accessible to everyone. To request accommodations for any Commencement Weekend activities, please complete the Request for Disability-Related Accommodations form no later than May 24, 2024. For additional support or information, contact:
Diversity & Access Office: https://diversityandaccess.stanford.edu/disability-access
For fastest response, email: disability.access [at] stanford.edu (disability[dot]access[at]stanford[dot]edu)
Phone: (650) 725-0326
COVID Health & Safety
Be sure to check the Stanford Health Alerts website for the most current Stanford policies and important information related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Friday, March 1, 2024 | Application deadline for Winter Quarter degree conferral |
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 | Cap and gown (regalia) rental website opens for orders |
Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | Application to Graduate opens in Axess for Spring |
Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | Cap & Gown ordering website goes live |
Friday, March 15, 2024 | Late application deadline for Winter Quarter degree conferral ($50 fee). |
Thursday, April 4, 2024 | Conferral of degrees, Winter Quarter. |
Friday, April 12, 2024, 5:00pm PST | Application deadline for Spring Quarter degree conferral |
Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. & Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 12:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m. | Grad Fair at the Stanford Bookstore |
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 | Student deadline to order rental regalia (for pickup at Stanford Bookstore beginning June 3) |
Monday, May 13, 2024 | Deadline to order rental regalia to ship to home (shipping fees apply) |
Friday, May 24, 2024 | Deadline to submit form to Request Disability-Related Accommodations |
Friday, June 7, 2024 | Late application deadline for Spring Quarter degree conferral ($50 fee). |
Monday, June 3, 2024 | Student rental regalia distribution begins at the Stanford Bookstore |
Thursday, June 6, 2024 | In-person open stock rental regalia available at the Stanford Bookstore |
Thursday, June 15, 2023 | Senior Dinner on the Quad |
Friday, June 14, 2024 | Community and cultural events and ceremonies |
Saturday, June 15, 2024 | Senior Class Day / Baccalaureate Saturday |
Saturday, June 15, 2024 | Community and cultural events and ceremonies |
Sunday, June 16, 2024 | 2023 Stanford Commencement in Stanford Stadium |
Sunday, June 16, 2024 | STS Commencement Diploma Ceremony |
Thursday, June 20, 2024 | Posting of degrees; degrees will be awarded with a conferral date of Commencement. Graduates will have access to official degree certifications and transcripts the day after degrees are posted. |
For more information about campus events, visit https://commencement.stanford.edu/