About Our Commencement

Planning to participate in our Spring 2026 commencement? Students who complete(d) their degree requirements in Fall 2025, Spring 2026, or Summer 2026 (and have a 2.0 minimum GPA) must meet with their assigned academic advisor for a degree review by the deadline. Students who apply for graduation after April 2025 may still participate in the commencement, but their names will not appear on the program.

Spring 2026 Graduation Commencement Information:

Date: Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Ceremony Time: 6:00 p.m.
Live Stream: https://www.youtube.com/@nvc3535 

Location: San Antonio Alamodome (Please note, outside food and drinks are not permitted and no balloons are allowed. Clear Bag Policy in effect for guests).

Parking Information:
Lot B: Public & Students
Lot C: Public & Students
Lot D: Rideshare Drop-off/Pick-up
**ADA graduates with official parking placard may park in Lot A.

Each student will receive one parking ticket.

General parking is $25 per vehicle for the public.

All students must have a parking ticket or pay $25 for parking.

Information about Parking Lots provided by San Antonio Alamodome:
The Alamodome generally operates four parking lots for events: A, B, C and D. Parking locations vary by date. For most shows, public parking is available in Lots B and C with accessible parking for guests with disabilities located in Lot A. Event specific information is available at www.alamodome.com

Driving Directions to Lots:

• Lot A can be accessed via the northbound I-37 access road, between Cesar E. Chavez Blvd. and Montana Street.
• Lot B and C can be accessed from the southbound lane of Cherry Street between Montana St. and Cesar E. Chavez Blvd.
• Lot D is located on the west side of I-37 behind the Convention Center and can be accessed via Tower of the America's Way (southbound I-37 access road) between Montana St. and Cesar E. Chavez Blvd.

PLEASE NOTE: The ride share drop-off and pick-up zone is available for quick access in Lot D located at Tower of the America's Way (southbound I-37 access road) between Montana St. and Cesar E. Chavez Blvd. Map to 500 Tower of the America's Way, San Antonio, TX 78205. Please also note that during peak traffic times, northbound Cherry Street may be closed at Cesar E. Chavez Blvd., requiring southbound access from Commerce or Houston St.

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