Join us for AIU’s Commencement Ceremony
We can’t wait to celebrate this significant academic achievement with you, the Class of 2025!
Where?
Atlanta, GeorgiaWhen?
Friday, August 15th, 2025
Why?
To celebrate our graduates!
Commencement Updates
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Graduation Reminders
RSVP
Submit your RSVP for the in-person commencement ceremony (Registrar will confirm your RSVP and eligibility)
Travel
Make travel arrangements in advance i.e. Flight/hotel/car rental
Be Prepared
Bring a photo ID card at check-in and DON’T FORGET YOUR REGALIA!
Be A Part Of It
If interested in being a Student Speaker or Anthem Singer, be on the lookout for submission information or contact your student advisor about your interest
Share The Ceremony
Share your graduation news on social media and follow the AIU Graduation Facebook event page
Stay Updated
Check email for regular commencement updates
Eligibility
Who is eligible to walk in the ceremony?
Any AIU graduate, from any campus, who meets the following criteria is eligible to register:
- Completed a Certificate, Associate, Bachelor’s or Master’s program any time in 2024 (including students expected to graduate by December 31, 2024)
Specific questions about eligibility, please reach out to your Advisor or AIUGraduation@aiuniv.edu.
Do I need to register to attend the Commencement Ceremony?
Yes. Graduates must register to walk the stage and participate in AIU’s annual in-person commencement ceremony. Once registration has opened, information on how to register will be sent to all eligible students and will be posted here.
Don’t Forget Your Regalia!
The parts of the AIU regalia for commencement ceremony. The black mortarboard (cap). The blue and white tassel with AIU charm. The hood is for Master's grad only and the color is dependent on the program. The programmatic stole with program name and AIU seal is worn around the neck. The black gown with AIU seal on lapel.
The Official AIU Regalia With Cap And Gown Is Required To Participate In The Ceremony
Graduates can purchase the cap and gown regalia package for their degree from our official regalia and graduation memorabilia partner, Jostens. The official AIU cap and gown must be worn to ensure uniformity among graduates. The regalia package includes a black cap, and gown with AIU seal, programmatic stole, and an AIU tassel. Master’s graduates will also receive a hood. Hood colors are dependent on program. If you order a regalia package, there is no need to order a separate stole or tassel, unless you want an extra for keepsake.
Please refer to the Regalia FAQ’s below for more information on how to order the official AIU regalia.
Special Regalia Circumstances
- If a graduate owns an AIU gown from the Associate program and is graduating from a Bachelor’s program, the same gown can be worn. The appropriate programmatic stole must be purchased through Jostens.
- Master’s graduates who own a cap and gown from an undergraduate program, must order the Master’s regalia to receive the correct Master’s gown and hood.
Regalia FAQs
Visit the official school store for AIU at: Jostens - AIU School Store
Step-by-Step for regalia ordering:
- Scroll down to click on “SHOP” Graduation Products.
- Under “SHOW YOUR PRIDE”, click “SHOP” Graduation Caps & Gowns.
- Use the drop down “Select A Collection” to select your highest degree level earned and program.
- Click on the package available for the degree and program selected.
- Insert the required information (height and weight) and click “Add to Cart.” /li>
- Insert your First and Last Name and click “Go to Checkout.”
- Continue as a guest or log-in to your account. From there complete the billing and shipping process.
- A confirmation order will be sent to the email address provided to confirm your order. If you do not receive this email up to 24 hours after your order, please contact Jostens to confirm your order details.
All AIU caps and gowns are black, and all AIU tassels are royal blue and white. Programmatic stole and master’s hood colors vary by degree/discipline, as outlined below:
| Degree Level | Program of Study | Hood* | Stole |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Audio and Sound Recording Digital Filmmaking |
n/a | Brown with white embroidery |
| Associate | Business Administration (AABA) | n/a | Drab (beige) with royal blue embroidery |
| Criminal Justice (ASCJ) | n/a | Navy blue with white embroidery | |
| Bachelor | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Bachelor of Accounting (BACC) Bachelor of Healthcare Management (BHCM) | n/a | Drab (beige) with royal blue embroidery |
| Criminal Justice (BSCJ) | n/a | Navy blue with white embroidery | |
| Fashion Design & Marketing (BFA) Media Production (BFA) |
n/a | Brown with white embroidery | |
| Information Technology (BSIT) | n/a | Gold with royal blue embroidery | |
| Master | Business Administration (MBA) Healthcare Management (MHCM) |
Black with Royal Blue & White Lining; with Drab (beige) velvet trim | Drab (beige) with royal blue embroidery |
| Education (MEd) | Black with Royal Blue & White Lining; with Light Blue velvet trim | Light Blue with royal blue embroidery | |
| Information Technology (MSIT) | Black with Royal Blue & White Lining; with Gold velvet trim | Gold with royal blue embroidery |
*Master’s hoods are black on one side, and the other side is lined with royal blue and white satin panels. The hoods are trimmed with a velvet strip of material in the color of the graduate’s degree/discipline, outlined in the table above.
Unfortunately, no. AIU has the school emblem embossed on each gown. For this reason, the official AIU regalia is required to participate in in the in-person commencement ceremony.
Stoles representing an AIU-sanctioned Greek Honor's society may be worn at graduation. Any other regalia representing a Greek society that is not affiliated with AIU should not worn, as regalia is meant to represent AIU only.
The following Greek Honor Societies have AIU Chapters:
| Epsilon Pi Tau | Kappa Beta Delta and Delta Mu Delta | Alpha Phi Sigma | Kappa Delta Pi | Alpha Sigma Lambda |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | Business | Criminal Justice | Education (Master's) | General Education |
Please contact your advisor for eligibility and application requirements.
Yes! Our only request is to keep cap decorating tasteful and respectful; there will be zero tolerance for offensive material as outlined in our student code of conduct. Need a little inspiration? Check out some decorated caps from prior years here.
Any changes or cancellations to your Jostens order must be made 24 hours after the order is placed. If you need to change or cancel your order past the 24 hour window, you will need to contact Jostens directly at (800) 854-7464 or visit Jostens Changes and Cancellations Page.
See more Commencement FAQs
AIU’s Commencement FAQ’S page is a go-to source to help graduates prepare for their big day! This page is regularly updated with ceremony and event details. Graduates can expect the next update to align with the ceremony Save-the-Date that will be announced in March.
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What Students Are Saying About Their AIU Experience
[Graduation] means progress. It means life. It means happiness.Charita W., Former Student 2024 Graduate, Master of Business Administration
Yes, I did it. I'm here. I'm so proud of myself. It was a hard, hard journey, but I kept going. I'm so proud of myself. I'm so happy. I'm so thankful for AIU.Angela B. M., Former Student 2024 Graduate, Master of Science in Healthcare Management