TSU Commencement FAQs

TSU Commencement FAQs – Your Guide to Graduation Details

Have questions about Texas Southern University’s Commencement Ceremony? Our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) provide key information on event logistics, graduation requirements, tickets, and more. Find everything you need to prepare for this milestone celebration!

What schools and colleges are included?

College of Education
College of Liberal Arts and Behavioral Sciences
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
College of Science Engineering & Technology
Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs
Jesse H. Jones School of Business
School of Communication
Thurgood Marshall School of Law

Where do we check in for in-person graduation?

What do we wear to the Commencement Ceremony?

Participants are required to wear black Academic Regalia (gown) and Black Cap with a Tassel.
Participants will not be allowed to participate in the ceremony without the appropriate academic commencement attire.
Participants should wear comfortable, professional dress attire under their gown, along with comfortable shoes. (no flip-flops please).

Where can students purchase a cap and gown?

In the bookstore or online at https://colleges.herffjones.com/college/_tsu/. Orders can also be placed for invitations, Class rings & Stoles. Online orders with Herff Jones will include a shipping charge. If you need assistance, please contact the bookstore at 713-313-7030.

Can I still apply for graduation? The application deadline was March 1, 2025.

I tried contacting all my advisors on my graduation form to determine whether I am approved. When will we know for sure if we are approved?

Where do I pay my graduation fee?

You can log in to your MyTSU web portal, click ‘Student’, then ‘Student Accounting’. From there, select ‘Online Billing and Payment Suite’ and choose the line item for the Graduation application fee.

How many guests can you invite to the ceremony?

Can I get more than the 6 tickets allotted to me?

Are there any extra steps in this process for Veteran students?

I have 2 classes left to complete my degree. May I participate in the graduation ceremony?

A graduate student who is within six hours of completing their graduate degree and will complete their degree may attend the graduation ceremony. This policy is intended for graduate students only, not undergraduate students.

When will I receive my diploma?

Will I pick up my diploma in person or receive by mail?

What if I have a hold on my account? Will I receive my diploma?

Where can I get Official Transcripts?

What if I earned academic cords, stoles or honors? Can I wear them to graduation?