Commencement vs. Graduation: What's the Difference?

You might wonder about the difference between commencement and graduation. Graduation means you have met all the requirements for your degree, while commencement is the ceremony celebrating this achievement.

Next Steps for Graduating Students

It's a momentous occasion to rejoice in your achievements! Join your family, friends and fellow graduates at a commencement ceremony.

Participate in Commencement

Nominate Facuty and Staff

Student hugging mentor at commencement

Behind every successful graduate is a mentor who believes in them. Who's yours?

Nominate a faculty or staff member who helped support your dreams for special recognition at commencement. They'll receive a commemorative pin and will be recognized at your commencement ceremony.

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2025 Photo Gallery

Graduating Student shaking hands with professor

Memorable moments from Spring Commencement 2025

Missouri S&T celebrated the accomplishments of over 1,000 Miners as they received their degrees May 16-17. Check out some photos ...

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