Graduation is a special occasion – congratulations to all the graduates in autumn 2024!

Are you almost done completing your degree? Congratulations on your approaching graduation! Did you know that all graduates are welcome to participate in a graduation ceremony?

Completing a degree is always a huge achievement, the end of an era – and the beginning of something new. Graduation can be celebrated in many ways, and each graduate is free to choose their own way.

The University also wishes to celebrate its graduates. Once or twice each academic year, the faculties organise a graduation ceremony with speeches, music and toasts raised in honour of the new degree holders.

Your home faculty will send you an invitation nearer to the occasion. You can invite a few friends or family members who have supported you during your journey towards graduation to join you in this ceremony.

For more information about graduation ceremonies, faculty-specific instructions and timetables, see Graduation under Studies Service. If you have any questions about the graduation ceremony, don’t hesitate to contact your faculty's student services.

Congratulations on your graduation! Enjoy the celebration!

(Pssst: If you're graduating as bachelor, don't forget to respond the national Bachelor's Graduate Survey! Your response supports the entire University.)

Photo: Veikko Somerpuro (University of Helsinki)