FAQ Students
General Student FAQ
Do my guests need tickets?
Will the ceremony be livestreamed?
Yes, the ceremony will be livestreamed on the main Anderson Commencement website.
Where do I park?
The closest parking structure to Wilson Plaza is Lot 4, which is located on Westwood Plaza just south of Sunset Blvd. All parking lots and structures on the UCLA campus will be open and staffed throughout commencement weekend. You can purchase a parking permit in advance via the Bruin ePermit system.
When do I need to be at the Anderson complex?
What should I wear underneath my gown?
There’s no dress code for the graduation celebration (other than your cap, gown and hood). After the ceremony concludes, you should return your gown and hood to Graduation Etc., so make sure you’re wearing something appropriate underneath.
It is mandatory for you to wear official UCLA regalia in order to participate in the ceremony.
Where should I return my gown and hood?
How can I view my graduation photos from GradImages?
GradImages will email you at the address you provide on your reader card, so make sure you print it. Log in to the GradImages website and enter your last name, followed by "UCLA" and "2024" in the lower sections, and you should see your photos.
When will I receive my diploma?
The registrar's office will mail diploma information approximately six weeks after the end of your degree term (winter graduates will receive their information in June; spring graduates will receive their information in August). Diplomas can be picked up in person at the registrar's office approximately three months after you graduate (winter graduates can pick up their diploma in June; spring graduates can pick up their diploma in September/October). If you would like your diploma to be mailed to you, go to the Graduation and Diploma website and download and print the form. Fill in the required