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USC Commencement

May 14-20, 2021 | Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

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    • What To Expect On Your Graduation Day
    • Parking Information
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    • Celebration Kits 2021
    • Celebration Kits 2020
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Congratulations, Class of 2020 and Class of 2021!

All commencement ceremonies are now available to view on-demand on USC's Virtual Commencement Platform.

Rewatch all the festivities from USC's 137th and 138th Commencement and commemorate your fellow graduates by checking out the interactive celebrations.

Commencement Speaker: Bina Venkataraman

Bina Venkataraman is an American journalist, author and policy expert. She is the editorial page editor at The Boston Globe, formerly serving as Senior Advisor for Climate Change Innovation for The White House. Venkataraman delivered the commencement address for USC’s 137th and 138th commencement.

Grad Images

To view your graduate's photos text "Grad21" to 39771 for more information.

Commencement Traditions

Academic Symbols

Academic Regalia

Official Colors for Degrees

Heraldic Flags

For Graduates

Congratulations, Class of 2020 and Class of 2021! As you make plans for graduation and beyond, please make sure to complete all the necessary checklist items to make your Commencement experience go smoothly and enjoyably.

Don't forget to download your celebration kits! A celebration kit is available for the Class of 2020 and the Class of 2021.

For Families and Guests

USC welcomes family and friends who come to celebrate Commencement with their graduating student. Guests, including those from out of state may attend commencement ceremonies provided they are fully vaccinated. Be advised that graduates are limited to two guests due to social distancing requirements. Parking information for the in-person ceremony can be found here.  

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