2023 Commencement Weekend
Congratulations Class of 2023! Join us for Wake Forest University’s Commencement ceremony on the morning of Monday, May 15th on Hearn Plaza, beginning at 9 a.m. and ending approximately at noon. The Wake Forest University President ceremoniously confers degrees at Commencement.
Updates and details for this year’s Commencement Weekend will be shared throughout the year. We encourage all graduates of the Class of 2023, as well as faculty and visitors, to check back here regularly for the latest information and updates.
If you are a graduating senior, please visit the Out of the Forest website for important deadlines and information you need to know before you leave Mother So Dear.

Commencement Preparation
Whether you’re a graduate or a faculty member, commencement requires some advance planning. We’ve provided all the information and resources you’ll need to prepare for the big day.
Ceremony & Event Details
Commencement is a special time when graduates, family members, and friends gather to celebrate their time spent at Wake. We hope that you will be able to celebrate with us.
